angkor wat
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Aerial Laser Scans Uncover Hidden Early Capital Of The Khmer Empire
Archaeologists in Cambodia have used jungle-penetrating laser to confirm the location and layout of an ancient capital city associated with the early stages of the Khmer Empire.
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Algorithm Reveals 200 Lost Paintings On Angkor Wat’s Ancient Walls
Even a building as famous and photographed as Angkor Wat has its secrets. With the help of an image enhancement algorithm, a sharp-eyed rock-art researcher has revealed that unassuming smears of pigment are actually faded drawings. It could be graffiti — or it could be the remnants of a concerted 16th century restoration program.
