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ArchitecturePrasat Banteay Kdei
Dated toi Bayon period, Prasat Banteay Kdei was erected by King Jayavarman Vii . The temple comprises a number of towers connected by the cruciform galleries, typical to this period. The plan of the temple is conceived as a diagram, reminiscent of Mandala diagram in Mahayana Buddhism.
ArchitectureBaray in front of Prasat Banteay Kdei
The stepped pier in front of the complex of Banteay Kdei was constructed during the reign of Jayavarman VII in order to be themain pier of the complex. This pier is in cruciform plan which has been popular from the period of Angkor Wat up to that of Bayon. The balustrade is decorated with Garuda holding Naga which is the character oif Bayon style.
