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A Brief History of Cambodia
The history of Cambodia began in the first century A.D with the establishment of a State called Funan. Funan is still renowned as being the oldest indianized.
State in the whole of Southeast Asia. Modern day Khmer customs and language evolved from this period in time. Sanskrit, which is part of the Mon Khmer family dialect, was the written and spoken language of that time. The officially known religion began with Hinduism, which over the years evolved into Buddhism, Distict
characteristics of that period still remain today. These features can be recognized in ancient buildings, and ancient farming methods, as well as country clothing.
The State of Funan was situated in what is known today as the southern province and lasted for a period of 600 years. This dynasty gave way to the powerful Angkor Empire that was eventually responsible for establishing the Khmer Kingdom, as we know it today. The following generation of powerful kings that belonged to the Angkorian dynasty is believed to have come from India and Javanese part of today's Indonesia. The dynasty reigned for a period of 650 years, and their empire covered much of South East Asia, as we know it today. Their terrtory stretched from Burma, which lies east, to the South China Sea and further north, right up to Laos. Khmer kings, during this golden period of rule, built the most ornate and extensive temples or prasats known to mankid. These spectacular construction were built throughout the kingdom, Angkor Wat, is of course the most famous. Amongst the most successful of the Angkorean kings was Preah Bat Jaya Varman II, Preah Bat Indra Varman I, Preah Bat Surya Varman II, and Preah Bat Jaya Varman VII. Besides building the most majestic prasats n earth, they were also responsible for huge agricultural feats of engineering which included sophisticated irrigation systems, great water reservoirs, and countless canal systems that guaranteed food transport. Some of thes systems are still in use even today.
Angkor became the capital of a great kingdom and the center for government, education, religion, and commerce.
However, in the late 13th century a sudden shift of power took place. Angkor was invaded and eventually, completely ravaged.
Mankind's most predominant creation on earth was plunged into total destruction. The entire population and wealth of a once proud civilization was abandoned and covered by tropical forest. Following the abandonment of Angkor, Cambodia's capital population migrated south to Long Vek, then further to Ou Dong, and eventually to Phnom Penh. The destruction of the mighty Angkorian capital also caused a decline, adaptation, and eventual replacement of Hinduism. Theravada buddhism became the national religion. From the 15th century to the 17th century, Cambodia often found itself encroached by neighboring Thai and Vietnamese forces. They resisted, but eventually succumbed to a European colonial power. In 1863, Preah Bat Norodom signed a Protectorate Treaty with France, which consequently placed Cambodia under French rule for the next 90 years.After the death of Preah Bat Norodom in 1904, Preah Bat Sisowath, cousin to King Norodom, was subsequently crowned as the new king of Cambodia.
However, the throne returned to the Norodom family with the following coronation of Preah Bat Norodom Sihanouk, our current monarch, in 1941. At that time he was only 18 years old. Shortly after that, during the Second World War in 1945, the Japanese ousted the French. King Norodom Sihanouk took the opportunity to free Cambodia from foreign control. For many years following, His majesty campaigned tirelessly for this objective, and was eventually rewarded, Cambodian was granted its independence in 1953. The independence ceremony marked the end of 90 years of French protectorate rule. In 1959, King Norodom Sihanouk abdicated the throne, turning the position of Kingship over to his father, Preah Bat Norodom Soramrith. Then, Prince Norodom Sihanouk, became the Head of State and ruled the government.
A Brief History of Cambodia
The history of Cambodia began in the first century A.D with the establishment of a State called Funan. Funan is still renowned as being the oldest indianized.
State in the whole of Southeast Asia. Modern day Khmer customs and language evolved from this period in time. Sanskrit, which is part of the Mon Khmer family dialect, was the written and spoken language of that time. The officially known religion began with Hinduism, which over the years evolved into Buddhism, Distict
characteristics of that period still remain today. These features can be recognized in ancient buildings, and ancient farming methods, as well as country clothing.
The State of Funan was situated in what is known today as the southern province and lasted for a period of 600 years. This dynasty gave way to the powerful Angkor Empire that was eventually responsible for establishing the Khmer Kingdom, as we know it today. The following generation of powerful kings that belonged to the Angkorian dynasty is believed to have come from India and Javanese part of today's Indonesia. The dynasty reigned for a period of 650 years, and their empire covered much of South East Asia, as we know it today. Their terrtory stretched from Burma, which lies east, to the South China Sea and further north, right up to Laos. Khmer kings, during this golden period of rule, built the most ornate and extensive temples or prasats known to mankid. These spectacular construction were built throughout the kingdom, Angkor Wat, is of course the most famous. Amongst the most successful of the Angkorean kings was Preah Bat Jaya Varman II, Preah Bat Indra Varman I, Preah Bat Surya Varman II, and Preah Bat Jaya Varman VII. Besides building the most majestic prasats n earth, they were also responsible for huge agricultural feats of engineering which included sophisticated irrigation systems, great water reservoirs, and countless canal systems that guaranteed food transport. Some of thes systems are still in use even today.
Angkor became the capital of a great kingdom and the center for government, education, religion, and commerce.
However, in the late 13th century a sudden shift of power took place. Angkor was invaded and eventually, completely ravaged.
Mankind's most predominant creation on earth was plunged into total destruction. The entire population and wealth of a once proud civilization was abandoned and covered by tropical forest. Following the abandonment of Angkor, Cambodia's capital population migrated south to Long Vek, then further to Ou Dong, and eventually to Phnom Penh. The destruction of the mighty Angkorian capital also caused a decline, adaptation, and eventual replacement of Hinduism. Theravada buddhism became the national religion. From the 15th century to the 17th century, Cambodia often found itself encroached by neighboring Thai and Vietnamese forces. They resisted, but eventually succumbed to a European colonial power. In 1863, Preah Bat Norodom signed a Protectorate Treaty with France, which consequently placed Cambodia under French rule for the next 90 years.After the death of Preah Bat Norodom in 1904, Preah Bat Sisowath, cousin to King Norodom, was subsequently crowned as the new king of Cambodia.
However, the throne returned to the Norodom family with the following coronation of Preah Bat Norodom Sihanouk, our current monarch, in 1941. At that time he was only 18 years old. Shortly after that, during the Second World War in 1945, the Japanese ousted the French. King Norodom Sihanouk took the opportunity to free Cambodia from foreign control. For many years following, His majesty campaigned tirelessly for this objective, and was eventually rewarded, Cambodian was granted its independence in 1953. The independence ceremony marked the end of 90 years of French protectorate rule. In 1959, King Norodom Sihanouk abdicated the throne, turning the position of Kingship over to his father, Preah Bat Norodom Soramrith. Then, Prince Norodom Sihanouk, became the Head of State and ruled the government.
The century of contraction all of the temples in Cambodia
802 ADFounding of the Khmer empire.802-50Reign of King Jayavarman II, founder of the Khmer empire875-93Building of Preah Ko877-89Reign of King Indravarman I, builder of the first Angkor reservoir, Preah Ko and Bakong889-910Reign of King Yasovarman I, who moves the capital to Ankgor and builds Lolei and Phnom Bakheng893-925Building of Bakheng Temple928-42Reign of King Jayavarman IV, a usurper who moves the capital to Koh Ker944-68Reign of King Rajendravarman II, builder of Eastern Mabon, Pre Rup and Phimeanakas947-65Pre Rup built965-1010Kleang temple built967-1000Banteay Srei built968-1001Reign of King Jayavarman V, who oversaw construction of Ta Keo and Banteay Srei1002-49King Suryavarman I expands the Khmer empire to its greatest extent1010-80Construction of Baphuon temple1049-65Reign of King Udayadityavarman II, who completes Baphuon and the Western Mabon1066-1100Angkor divided, with several contenders for the throne1112-52Reign of King Suryavarman II, builder of Angkor Wat and Beng Mealea. He extended Khmer influence to Malaya, Burma and Siam (Thailand) and distinguished himself religiously from former kings through his devotion to the Hindu deity Vishnu (to whom Angkor Wat is dedicated).1100-75Construction of Angkor Wat1117The Chams of southern Vietnam, long annexed by the Khmer empire, rise up and sack Angkor, burning the wooden city and plundering its wealth1177-1230Construction of Bayon Temple1181King Jayavarman VII defeats the Chams1181-1219Reign of King Jayavarman VII, who defeated the Chams and builds Angkor Thom, Preah Khan and Ta Prohm. Upon his death, the emprei begins to decline.1351Thais sack Angkor1431Thais sack Angkor again1432End of Khmer empire. Angkor abandoned to the jungle. Buddhist monks care for it over the following centuries.16th centKhmer court return briefly to Angkor, restoring Angkor Wat as a Buddhist shrine16th centPortugese travellers encounter Angkor and call it "the walled city"17th centA Japanese pilgrim draws a detailed plan of Angkor Wat, although he mistakenly recalls it was India1864Cambodia becomes a French protectorate1860s"Rediscovery" of Angkor by the French (although it was never lost)1868Publication of Mouhot's Voyage à Siam et dans le Cambodge causes a public sensation, and soon Mouhot is lauded as the discoverer of the "lost city of Angkor."1901The École Française d'Extrême-Orient (EFEO) begins a long associated with Angkor by funding an expedition to the Bayon Temple.1907Angkor, until then under Thai control, is returned to Cambodia. The EFEO clear and restore the site, and in the same year the first tourists arrive - 200 in three months.1930First major restoration carried out, on Banteay Srei1947Siem Reap and other provinces sized by the Thais during Japanese occupation (since 1942) are returned to Cambodia1960sMassive restoration project on Angkor Wat1970-85Khmer Rouge and Cambodian civil war stops restoration at Angkor1992Angkor is named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO2003Angkor is removed from UNESCO's list of world heritage sites in danger
802 ADFounding of the Khmer empire.802-50Reign of King Jayavarman II, founder of the Khmer empire875-93Building of Preah Ko877-89Reign of King Indravarman I, builder of the first Angkor reservoir, Preah Ko and Bakong889-910Reign of King Yasovarman I, who moves the capital to Ankgor and builds Lolei and Phnom Bakheng893-925Building of Bakheng Temple928-42Reign of King Jayavarman IV, a usurper who moves the capital to Koh Ker944-68Reign of King Rajendravarman II, builder of Eastern Mabon, Pre Rup and Phimeanakas947-65Pre Rup built965-1010Kleang temple built967-1000Banteay Srei built968-1001Reign of King Jayavarman V, who oversaw construction of Ta Keo and Banteay Srei1002-49King Suryavarman I expands the Khmer empire to its greatest extent1010-80Construction of Baphuon temple1049-65Reign of King Udayadityavarman II, who completes Baphuon and the Western Mabon1066-1100Angkor divided, with several contenders for the throne1112-52Reign of King Suryavarman II, builder of Angkor Wat and Beng Mealea. He extended Khmer influence to Malaya, Burma and Siam (Thailand) and distinguished himself religiously from former kings through his devotion to the Hindu deity Vishnu (to whom Angkor Wat is dedicated).1100-75Construction of Angkor Wat1117The Chams of southern Vietnam, long annexed by the Khmer empire, rise up and sack Angkor, burning the wooden city and plundering its wealth1177-1230Construction of Bayon Temple1181King Jayavarman VII defeats the Chams1181-1219Reign of King Jayavarman VII, who defeated the Chams and builds Angkor Thom, Preah Khan and Ta Prohm. Upon his death, the emprei begins to decline.1351Thais sack Angkor1431Thais sack Angkor again1432End of Khmer empire. Angkor abandoned to the jungle. Buddhist monks care for it over the following centuries.16th centKhmer court return briefly to Angkor, restoring Angkor Wat as a Buddhist shrine16th centPortugese travellers encounter Angkor and call it "the walled city"17th centA Japanese pilgrim draws a detailed plan of Angkor Wat, although he mistakenly recalls it was India1864Cambodia becomes a French protectorate1860s"Rediscovery" of Angkor by the French (although it was never lost)1868Publication of Mouhot's Voyage à Siam et dans le Cambodge causes a public sensation, and soon Mouhot is lauded as the discoverer of the "lost city of Angkor."1901The École Française d'Extrême-Orient (EFEO) begins a long associated with Angkor by funding an expedition to the Bayon Temple.1907Angkor, until then under Thai control, is returned to Cambodia. The EFEO clear and restore the site, and in the same year the first tourists arrive - 200 in three months.1930First major restoration carried out, on Banteay Srei1947Siem Reap and other provinces sized by the Thais during Japanese occupation (since 1942) are returned to Cambodia1960sMassive restoration project on Angkor Wat1970-85Khmer Rouge and Cambodian civil war stops restoration at Angkor1992Angkor is named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO2003Angkor is removed from UNESCO's list of world heritage sites in danger