The Terrace of the Elephants is a large platform that was used by King Jayavarman VII to view his victorious returning armies and most hit visitor site in the Angkor Park.

The Terrace of the Elephants is one of the most visited sites in the Angkor Park. It is a 2.5m tall and 350m long platform that was used by King Jayavarman VII to view his victorious returning armies. It is a popular spot because if you’re going through Angkor Thom, then there’s no way you can miss it. The huge viewing platform is in the Royal Square and is passed on nearly every tour of the ancient city.

Temple Info

The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, a ruined temple complex in Cambodia. The terrace was used by Angkor's king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to view his victorious returning army.

It was attached to the palace of Phimeanakas temple, of which only a few ruins remain. Most of the original structure was made of organic material and has long since disappeared. Most of what remains are the foundation platforms of the complex. The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.

Bas-relief in the Terrace of the Elephants

The 350m-long Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. It has five outworks extending towards the Central Square-three in the center and one at each end. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life-size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.

Temple Facts

Name: Terrace of Elephants

Date: Late 12th century AD
Religion: Buddhism
Built By: King Jayavarman VII
Dedicated To: Unknown
Style: Bayon
Best Time to Visit: Anytime
Length of Visit: 30 - 45 minutes
Temple Pass: Required


Location: The Terrace of the Elephants is located in the Royal Square in the ancient city of Angkor Thom about 400m north of Bayon Temple. Nearby temples include Phimeanakas, Baphuon, Suor Prat Tower, North Khleang, Tep Pranam, and the Preah Pithu Group.



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