East Mebon

 

East Mebon is a temple that was built in the 10th century. The unique thing about East Mebon is that it is actually built on an island. The surrounding area is a now dry man made reservoir called East Baray. When standing on top you have to imagine this entire temple was surrounded by water.  The temple has three tiers and five towers on top.

There are some very well preserved stone elephants at East Mebon. These elephants are on the first and second tiers of temple. They are at each corner. They are also carved from a single block of rock.Definitely something I enjoyed so take notice of them They are in relatively good shape and make for some dramatic photos with the temple in the background.

Fairly well preserved for one of the older temples at Angkor. The temple marks the center of East Baray.