This massive terrace, named after the 15th century sculpture that was discovered on top, stands more or less independent of the other buildings that surround the Royal Square of Angkor Thom. Like the Elephant Terrace it has certain dating problems. It probably dates to the reign of Jayavarman VIII and was part of significant alterations made to the royal palace during his reign. After a partial collapse, its surface area was extended and the wall entirely rebuilt, although the former...
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This massive terrace, named after the 15th century sculpture that was discovered on top, stands more or less independent of the other buildings that surround the Royal Square of Angkor Thom. Like the Elephant Terrace it has certain dating problems. It probably dates to the reign of Jayavarman VIII and was part of significant alterations made to the royal palace during his reign. After a partial collapse, its surface area was extended and the wall entirely rebuilt, although the former sculptures were left intact within the new embankment.
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