Suryavarman II

MedievalEmperorCambodia1095 — 1150

Khmer king who built Angkor Wat.

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Quick Facts

Born

1095

Died

1150

Country

Cambodia

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)73

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)68

Legacy (20%)70

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score68.5

Suryavarman II — Complete Timeline

1113 AD

Construction of Angkor WatCultural

Suryavarman II commissioned the construction of Angkor Wat, a massive Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu. The temple complex, built over 30 years, became the largest religious monument in the world and a symbol of Khmer architectural achievement.

Angkor WatTempleArchitecture

Impact: globalconstructive

1120 AD

Expanded Khmer EmpireWar◆ Major

Suryavarman II led military campaigns to expand the Khmer Empire's territory, conquering parts of modern-day Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. These conquests increased the empire's wealth and influence in Southeast Asia.

Khmer EmpireExpansionConquest

Impact: regional

1128 AD

Established Diplomatic Relations with ChinaPolitical Action

Suryavarman II sent a diplomatic mission to the Song Dynasty court in China, establishing formal relations. This trade and tribute relationship brought Chinese goods and influence to the Khmer Empire.

DiplomacyChinaSong Dynasty

Impact: regionalconstructive