Koh Ker ancient temple complex. Cambodia.
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Koh Ker ancient temple complex. Cambodia.
The most ambitious and enigmatic structure is a seven storied pyramid Phrasat Phrang, which is located on the territory of Prasat Thoma and rises 35 meters above the ground. Pyramid and mystical mine on top of it represent one of the most mysterious and terrible legends of Angkor. According to the legends in the center top of the pyramid was passage to hell. Through sheer vertical well god-king brought their sacrifices to the demon Mara. According esoterica, well contains a transition between the world of demons and humans.
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