Awesome history of the Great Angkor.

1.What contributed to the rise and of Angkor civilation?

Firstly,its because of the Khmer kings apply the same monarcy system of Indian civilation.The king known as the “god-king”,thus able him to rule his empire in absolute power.Secondly.its because of the Angkor is located in a strategic location.

Geographically,Angkor surrounded by thick forests from all sides and it is in the north of Tonle Sap lake,so the only possible way to enter this magnificient Angkor is by sailing upstream from Mekong river.So,we can say that Khmer's enemies are taking a big risk when attacking Angkor because they have to sail upstream of Mekong river which made their battle ships move slower and easier to be attacked.Next,the Khmerian have efficient and extensive irrigation system which enable them to cultivate crops two to three times a year which led to strong economy of Angkor empire.

2.What contributed to the fall of Angkor?

Firstly,it is because introduction of Theravada Buddahism to Khmer people on 13th century which has challenged Angkorian monarchy as a “god-king”.Secondly,because of the loss of water control.This happen when Khmer people loss their devotion to 'god-king' and they are not willingly work for their king.Thus,weaken the rice productivity and strength of Angkor empire.Thirdly,because of Siamese invansions to Angkor empire through the road network,built by Jayavarman VII and lastly because of natural disasters such as earthquakes.

3.How did the Khmer people cultivate rice?

Seasonal rise and fall in the water level allowed local farmers to harvest a variety of 'floating rice'in the lake. It is a fast growing variety that germinates in deep water and grows as much 4 inches in a single day.The rice always stays on the surface because its rate of growth is the same as the rate of which the lake rises.

4.How the main temple(Angkor Wat)survive?

After the attacking of Siamese,the main temple(Angkor wat)was overtaken by the forests,after that it remained a Buddhist shrine and have been taking care by buddhist monks.