One of A Pair
Thommanon is a small attractive temple that is still in very good condition. Built at the same time as Angkor Wat, the influence is seen easily in the style of the carved apsaras and towers. The temple seems to stand in conjunction with Chau Say Tevoda, an architecturally similar temple which stands just across the street. Eventhough Thommanon was built decades before chau Say Tevoda, it is is much better condition than the later.
Timeless Beauty
Many of the carvings are in excellent condition. The colours of the age-stained sandstone bas-relief are still outstanding to this day.
Buddha Rays
Based on a rectangular plan with a sanctuary opening to the east, a moat and an enclosure wall with two gopuras, the temple was built by Suryavarman II.
Intricacy
The good condition of the bas-relief enables one to appreciate the detailed intricacy of the fine artwork of that era.
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