From early attempts to capture the scope of large buildings up to the first aerial photos of Angkor.

In modern Laos and Thailand, Khmer art of building and sculpting is still highly visible

Explorers, archeological campaigns, first rebuilding efforts in late 19th century and several decades of the 20th century.

Sculptures, bas-reliefs, frescoes, through archives and publications during Angkor's rediscovery.

Architectural achievements in Angkor and Angkorian temples

The mapping of Angkor Archeological Site in early modern era

For these gigantic replicas, French powers-that-be recruited the best architects and craftsmen. However, ideological self-celebration primed over accuracy.