As they hold an extremely important position in the Khmer culture, the pagodas are built magnificently, featuring the typical cultural identity and becoming invaluable cultural heritage of local people.
Buddhism plays a very important role in the daily lives of the Khmer people
Walls surrounding the main hall are made of pieces of ceramics
Doi (Bat) pagoda is home to the only huge bat species in Vietnam
Khmer pagodas have unique architecture with colourful tiles and intricate patterns
Snake heads on pagoda roofs are finely designed
and painted bright yellow
The image of the snake is commonly used
in the Khmer’s pagoda architecture
The staircase to the main hall is decorated
with intricately designed bas-reliefs
Pictures of Buddha’s life have high humanitarian values
A solemn service at a Khmer pagoda
