Rajendravarman II: The Khmer King Who Rebuilt Angkor

In Episode 91 of Fexingo History, we follow Rajendravarman II, the 10th-century Khmer king who rescued Angkor from obscurity. After the capital was moved to Koh Ker under Jayavarman IV and his son Harshavarman II, Rajendravarman restored Yasodharapura and launched a golden age of temple building and military expansion. We explore his construction of Pre Rup and the East Mebon, his campaigns against Champa, and his role in reviving the devaraja cult. We also discuss how his reign set the stage for Suryavarman II and Angkor Wat. Join Lucas and Luna for a deep dive into a pivotal but often overlooked Khmer ruler. #KhmerEmpire #RajendravarmanII #Angkor #PreRup #EastMebon #Yasodharapura #KohKer #Champa #devaraja #JayavarmanIV #HarshavarmanII #SuryavarmanII #Cambodia #SoutheastAsia #FexingoHistory #History #Archaeology #AncientCivilizations Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo