The city was more exposed to the threat of drought ... It would have been a surprise if Angkor persisted." The Khmer Empire was not the first civilization felled by climate catastrophe.

These cities provide an intriguing glimpse into ... Angkor, Cambodia Angkor was once the heart of the Khmer Empire. Today, it is known for the iconic Angkor Wat temple. Angkor is also a UNESCO ...

It was long believed the Khmer Empire collapsed after the neighboring Empire of Ayutthaya (modern-day Thailand) sacked its capital city in 1431. But scientists at the Greater Angkor Project ...

The Angkor Archaeological Park - a symbol of Cambodia's cultural heritage, is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ...

A legacy of the Khmer Empire which ruled the area for 500 years beginning in the 9th century, Angkor served as its capital city. The majestic monuments are testimony of the impressive achievements ...