Pre Rup

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Pre Rup is a temple located in the Angkor Archaeological Park near Siem Reap, Cambodia. Constructed in the 10th century during the reign of King Rajendravarman, it is a stunning example of Khmer architecture. The temple is primarily built from laterite and sandstone and features a quincunx of towers. Pre Rup is believed to have been used for both religious ceremonies and as a state temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The name "Pre Rup" translates to "turning the body," which suggests that the temple may have been associated with funerary rites.

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