RAFAEL BARAGAÑO

Scientist, Engineer, STEM Profesor

Chau Say Tevoda

Beginning of 12th century Suryavarman II Hindu. Similar in style to Thommanon to the North, but in an advanced state of ruin. A raised causeway on three rows of piers links the temple via a cruciform terrace to the river.


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New Years Party, Chau Say Tevoda side

Asian New Year’s eve has a different calendar date than it’s western counterpart. The Angkor local labor force celebrated the ‘Year of the Tiger’ at both Chau Say Tevoda & Thommanon temples respectively because of their proximity. At the Chau Say Tevoda side they had a few make shift Buddha temples, dancing area, and music stage area in front of a Buddha statue within the main temple structure. Some of the highlights bellow.