MGR Online – Cambodian state media reported that Prime Minister Hun Manit co-chaired a ceremony held at the National Stadium in Phnom Penh this evening (20) to mark the occasion of the establishment of the archaeological site, Koh Ker being registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Prime Minister Hun Manet spoke at the event, stressing that the Cambodian government has always attached great importance to the cultural sector. Culture, as the soul and identity of a nation, is also a source of in-depth knowledge. A source of ideas about patriotism and national unity. Along with the economic development of the country within the framework of the concept of conservation and development for the sake of conservation.
Khmer leaders also expressed their gratitude to the Khmer ancestors who gave them valuable culture, civilization and arts. In particular, castles and monasteries across the country were granted for posterity.
Ko Ker Archaeological Site and was registered as a World Heritage Site at the 45th meeting of the World Heritage Committee in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on September 17, after the Cambodian government submitted an application for registration in January. 2021
Koh Ker or Chukharak Yar according to ancient Khmer inscriptions is a group of castles built in the 10th century and was the former capital of the Khmer Empire. It is located in Phra Wihan Province. Northern Cambodia
This densely forested area contains more than 160 archaeological remains, as well as civil structures, ponds, dams and ancient roads, and is located halfway between Cambodia’s three other World Heritage Sites: Preah Vihear, Angkor and Sambor Prey Kok.
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