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Largest Religious Temple In world

  The largest religious structure temple in the world is Angkor Wat.It is a land area of measuring 162.6 hectares (1.626 km2; 402 acres).It located in Cambodia. Originally constructed as a personal mausoleum for the Khmer King Suryavarman II, dedicated to Vishnu in the early 12th century.It architectural styles is Khmer.It cultures is Khmer Empire.It designed in 1992 .The temple was built by Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura. The best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation. 
  The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. Today, it is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists in Cambodia and around the world. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and it is the country’s main tourist attraction. Angkor Wat played a major role in converting Cambodia into a Buddhist Nation.It combines two basic planes.

  They are temple mountain and galleried temple.Since 12 th century, seen much rain and shine and its ground stepped foot by many curious men, women and children. Now, the temple is part of Angkor World Heritage Site and is considered one of the seven wonders of the world.It almost 900 years old. The temple complex, built in the capital of the Khmer Empire, took approximately 30 years to build.It is a spiritual home of lord vishnu.

  It is appeared on nation ‘s flag.It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992, which encouraged an international effort to save the complex.Events in Angkor wat is Half marathon, Trek to Angkor wat and Angkor Ultra Trail .



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