02221cam a22003013u 4500 13698 UtSlPG 20260610133326.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG nl iso639-1 DS Miramon-Fargues, Vicomte de Bij de ruïnen van Angkor : De Aarde en haar Volken, 1906 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-10-10 Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team "Bij de ruïnen van Angkor" by Vicomte de Miramon-Fargues is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book chronicles a journey through Cambodia, particularly focusing on the exploration of the ancient ruins of Angkor. It reflects on the cultural and architectural grandeur of the Khmer civilization and the poignant decline of its heritage. In this narrative, the author recounts his expedition from Saigon to Phnom Penh and ultimately to the magnificent temples of Angkor. Accompanied by his wife and other travelers, he describes the journey filled with both excitement and disappointment, as they traverse through landscapes that alternate between beauty and desolation. The text vividly portrays the splendor of Angkor Wat and other temples, lush tropical surroundings, and the inherent sorrow of witnessing a once-thriving civilization now in ruin. With a mix of admiration and melancholy, the author reflects on the historical significance of the site, the cultural heritage of the Khmer people, and the lasting impact of colonialism, concluding with an encounter with contemporary Cambodian royalty, which underscores the stark contrast between the past glory and present realities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Angkor (Extinct city) -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13698 55086 55086