The temple complex of Angkor is very close to the town of Siem Reap.
According to oral tradition, the name was given by King Ang Chan (1516–1566) as “Siem Reap”, meaning “the flat defeat of Siam” (Cambodians call Siam or Thailand “Siem”). It was because of Ang Chan's victory against a Siamese invasion, slaying Prince Ong, and capturing no less than 10,000 Siamese troops.
Walking through the complex of Angkor gives a faint idea of the wealth and power of the kings who ruled in these times.
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