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Khmer (Empire) (former nation/state/empire) |
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| Lat: 13 26 24 N degrees minutes |
Lat: 13.4400 decimal degrees |
| Long: 103 51 00 E degrees minutes |
Long: 103.8500 decimal degrees |
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Note: Prosperous empire of Southeast Asia which, at its peak, ruled the majority of the region. Its existence began in the 9th century CE, and continued to expand and thrive for several centuries. Mahayana Buddhism eventually was replaced by Theravada Buddhism, which caused a decline of royal power. Its capital city, Angkor, notable for its elaborate temple complexes, was abandoned in the 16th century. |
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Asia (continent) (P) |
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Khmer (Empire) (former nation/state/empire) (P) |
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Mahendraparvata .......... (deserted settlement) |
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(World, Asia, Cambodia, Siem Reap) [8711778] |
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early 9th century |
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Prasat Angkor Thom .......... (deserted settlement) |
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(World, Asia, Cambodia, Siem Reap) [7004075] |
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9th-15th centuries |
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Cambodia .......... (nation) |
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(World, Asia) [1000109] |
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