Archeologists : Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia much larger than previously thought

Q.  Which temple in Cambodia has been discovered to be much larger and complex than previously envisioned by archaeologists?
- Published on 14 Dec 15

a. Angkor Wat
b. Bayon
c. Preah Khan
d. Phnom Bakheng

ANSWER: Angkor Wat
 
Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia is much larger than previously thought, according to archeologists who discovered buried towers and remains of huge structure near the largest religious monument in the world. Team also found more components than previously envisaged and bounded on the south side by a unique, massive structure. Researchers also found that Angkor Wat included an entire ensemble of buried towers built and demolished during construction and initial use of the temple.

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