The Unique of Peung Kamnou in Siem Reap

#cambodia #historical #temples Peung Kamnou, a carve-painting dating back to the 11th century, is situated in the ancient capital of Preah Jayavarman-Norodom Kulen National Park, located in Svay Leu district, Siem Reap province. This remarkable piece of artwork showcases the impressive craftsmanship of the Khmer ancestors and has become a cherished historical tourist site nestled within the natural landscapes of the protected areas in the Kingdom of Cambodia. The inventory of archaeological sites under the purview of the Ministry of Environment reveals the painting's abundance of intricate carvings, including a depiction of the eight-handed deity Ganesha, three Lingas, the Lord Vishnu riding on Garuda, the Sleeping Lord Vishnu, the Lord Vishnu and Shiva scuptures, one-meter-long image of fish painting, adorned in a light red hue and embellished with inscriptions. An inscription dating back to the 11th century indicates that this painting once served as a sacred space for the roval instructor named "Shiva Somak." Furthermore, the inscription also references Jayavarman II, the deceased, as well as the revered locations of <Preah Bormesvara and Phnom Mahendraparvata Kulen Mountain>