Landmarks - Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century, is a marvel of Khmer architecture, admired for its grandeur and intricate details. Located near Siem Reap, it was constructed using sandstone and laterite. The temple combines two architectural styles and symbolizes Mount Meru from Hindu mythology. Historically, it faced plundering and abandonment but was later restored. Since the 1990s, it has become a major tourist destination and part of the Angkor World Heritage Site.

What was the primary material used by Khmer architects in the construction of Angkor Wat?

• Limestone

• Granite

• Sandstone

• Marble

What does Angkor Wat symbolically represent in Hindu mythology?

• Mount Sinai

• Mount Everest

• Mount Meru

• Mount Olympus

Which group plundered Angkor in 1177?

• The Mongols

• The Chams

• The Ties

• The Chinese

In which year was Angkor Wat established as a World Heritage Site?

• 1982

• 2012

• 1992

• 2002

What major event in the 1970s affected Angkor Wat?

• A massive earthquake

• A devastating flood

• A large-scale fire

• The Vietnam War and Khmer Rouge regime