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EPISODE · May 31, 2025 · 15 MIN

Sambor Prei Kuk: Older Than Angkor Wat - But Not For the Reasons You Think!

from Secrets in Stone · host Cassie Coppersmith

While exploring Cambodia's famous temples like Angkor Wat, I uncovered intriguing irregularities and surprising similarities to ancient sites worldwide. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the "Temple in the Rich Forest," Sambor Prei Kuk, a lesser-known Cambodian UNESCO World Heritage Site, officially pre-dating Angkor Wat, with precise statues, intricate stonework, and massive earthworks like 2km-long causeways and a sophisticated water system. I’ll share insights from my travels and research, question the 7th-century origins, and propose a bold theory: could an older, advanced culture have built this site? From megalithic sandstone features to ornate lion statues, we’ll explore the mysteries of Sambor Prei Kuk and its place in Cambodia’s history. You won’t want to miss this!

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