The Bayon (Khmer: ប្រាសាទបាយ័ន, Prasat Bayoăn [praːsaːt baːjŏən]; / ˈbaɪɔːn / BAI-on) is a richly decorated Khmer temple related to Buddhism at Angkor in Cambodia.

The Bayon Temple, which was constructed during Jayavarman VII’s reign, is unique as it is the only Buddhist state temple and the last to be built in the Angkor Empire (also sometimes called the Khmer …

Originally the Bayon was designed to serve as the primary locus of the royal cult and to serve as Jayavarman’s personal mausoleum; it stood at the center of Angkor Thom, the new capital that …

Sep 7, 2023 · When was Bayon Temple Built? Bayon was built in the late 12th or early 13th century with the exact date being unknown. It was constructed well after Angkor Wat by a century or so and whilst …

Jan 31, 2023 · Bayon was the last state temple built in the Angkor complex. The great Buddhist ruler, King Jayavarman VII, began its construction near the end of his life – sometime in the late 12th or …

Dec 14, 2025 · The Bayon Temple is located at the heart of Angkor Thom and served as the state temple of the Emperor Jayavarman VII. It is a mountain temple built to represent Mount Meru – the …

Jul 13, 2025 · Bayon is not just an archaeological wonder; it is also a profound symbol of national pride. Images of Bayon’s towers and their serene faces appear on Cambodian currency and stamps and …

One of Southeast Asia's most famous monuments, the Bayon is a densely crowded sandstone temple constructed under King Jayavarman VII (r. 1181–ca. 1220) at Angkor Thom in northwest Cambodia.

Dec 12, 2025 · Hyundai has just given the i20 supermini a refresh, and now the Korean brand has turned its attention to the Bayon, which receives new styling cues, an updated engine and revised …

Dec 12, 2025 · More kit, sharper styling and a clearer choice. Hyundai refreshes the Bayon range with new Black Line and Tech Line trims from £23,795.