It was first found by a Portuguese missionary at the end of 16th century. He reported his discovery to his superiors. He told them about an incredible deserted city, deep in dense jungle in Indo China. In his report he said that he had seen ruined palaces, halls and temples of surprising size and beauty but nobody believed him. His story was regarded as no more than an imaginary tale. Read more.A destination on the Interweb to brighten your day (now get back to work!)
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Angkor Wat
It was first found by a Portuguese missionary at the end of 16th century. He reported his discovery to his superiors. He told them about an incredible deserted city, deep in dense jungle in Indo China. In his report he said that he had seen ruined palaces, halls and temples of surprising size and beauty but nobody believed him. His story was regarded as no more than an imaginary tale. Read more.
Labels:
Angkor Wat,
Archaelogy,
Asia,
Cambodia,
History,
Indo China,
Thailand
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