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towering 12-meter tall brick and laterite step-pyramid. Harshavarman I
began construction or perhaps dedicated statues at the site in the early
10th century. It was later improved/restored by Rajendravarman II
shortly after the capital was returned to Angkor from Koh Ker. According
to inscriptions on the doorway, Rajendravarman II consecrated the temple
with the installation of a golden Shiva image in 947AD. It may have also
served as a funerary temple. Combine with a visit to the South Gate in
the morning or Phnom Bakheng in the evening. Lighting is best in the
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