44. Baksei Chamkrong

Date: Early and mid 10th century (948); Religion: Hinduism; Reign: Harshavarman I; Style: Bakheng; Visit: 15mn; Best time: Morning. Baksei Chamkrong is a 12-meter tall brick and late-rite pyramid. One should combine it with a visit to the South Gate in the morning or Phnom bakheng in the evening. Lighting is best in the morning. Harshavarman I began construction or perhaps dedicated statues at he site. The temple was later restored b Rejendrarman shortly after the capital was returned to Angkor from Koh Ker. According to inscriptions on the doorway king Rejendrarman consecrated the temple with the installation of golden Shiva image in 947AD. Baksei Chamkrong may have also served as a funerary.