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         <title>889 AD: Yashodharapura, the First City of Angkor</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[King Yasovarman I founded Yashodharapura, the first city of Angkor, and built the Phnom Bakheng temple as the state temple. This city became the heart of the Khmer Empire and showcased the empire's architectural and agricultural advancements.]]></description>
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         <title>1113 AD: Suryavarman II and Angkor Wat</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Under King Suryavarman II, the construction of Angkor Wat began. Initially designed as a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, it later transformed into a Buddhist temple. Angkor Wat stands as a testament to the Khmer Empire's architectural prowess and is the largest religious monument in the world.]]></description>
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         <title>1177 AD: The Chams&#39; Invasion of Angkor</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The Chams from Champa (present-day Vietnam) launched a surprising naval attack and momentarily seized Angkor. This event highlights the regional conflicts and the resilience of the Khmer Empire in safeguarding and reclaiming their capital.]]></description>
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         <title>1181 AD: Jayavarman VII&#39;s Reign and the City of Angkor Thom</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[King Jayavarman VII, one of Angkor's greatest kings, ascended the throne after the Cham invasion. He initiated a massive building program, including the construction of Angkor Thom, the Bayon temple, and numerous hospitals and rest houses across the empire. His reign is marked by Buddism's rise to prominence in Angkor and extensive public works projects.]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[At the heart of Jayavarman VII's newly established capital, Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple was constructed. Known for its large stone faces representing Avalokiteshvara but often interpreted as the king himself, the Bayon Temple epitomizes the fusion of religious beliefs and king's omnipresence.]]></description>
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         <title>1297 AD: Visit of Zhou Daguan and Descriptions of Angkor</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Chinese diplomat Zhou Daguan visited Angkor and documented his observations in a report. His detailed account provides a unique insight into the daily life, customs, and social structure of the Khmer Empire at its zenith. This serves as an invaluable historical document for understanding the Angkor period.]]></description>
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         <title>1431 AD: The Decline and Abandonment of the Angkor Empire</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[After repeated Thai invasions, the Khmer Empire gradually declined, and the capital was eventually abandoned. This marked the end of the Angkor period. The reasons for the decline are complex, including possible environmental factors and the shift of economic and political power.]]></description>
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