Terrace of the Elephants

ព្រះលានជល់ដំរី

The 300-meter royal viewing platform on the east side of the royal square in Angkor Thom, carved with elephants and garudas.

Quick facts

Pass Type: Angkor Pass ($37-$72)
Entry Fee USD: Included
Opening Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Commissioning King: Jayavarman VII
Century Built: Late 12th Century
Religion & Primary Deity: Buddhist
Circuit: Small Circuit
Distance from Siem Reap: 8.5 km
Best Time to Visit: Combine it with Bayon and Baphuon in the first hour inside Angkor Thom

Nicknames and famous highlights

Elephant TerraceElephant bas-reliefsRoyal viewing platformFive-headed horseGaruda and lion carvings

History and architecture

The Terrace of the Elephants was the facade of the royal palace enclosure, where the king appeared for processions and reviews. It belongs to Jayavarman VII's building of Angkor Thom at the end of the 12th century, with later additions. The wall is carved in registers of elephants, hunters, and a five-headed horse. It is architecture of the court, not a shrine with a deity image, which is why there is no primary deity. The Terrace of the Leper King continues the platform at the north end. Both are inside the Angkor Pass.

How to get to Terrace of the Elephants

No origin routes are published yet. See every temple in Siem Reap.

Questions people ask

How much does it cost to visit Terrace of the Elephants?

Terrace of the Elephants is covered by Angkor Pass ($37-$72) and has no extra per-temple fee in this directory.

What are the opening hours of Terrace of the Elephants?

Terrace of the Elephants is listed as open 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Best time to visit: Combine it with Bayon and Baphuon in the first hour inside Angkor Thom.

Who built Terrace of the Elephants?

Commissioned under Jayavarman VII, Late 12th Century, Late 12th century. The religion recorded here is Buddhist.

What is Terrace of the Elephants known for?

Also called Elephant Terrace. Known for Elephant bas-reliefs, Royal viewing platform, Five-headed horse, Garuda and lion carvings

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