Angkor’s Amazing Comeback: The China-Cambodia Friendship Story 🌟
Hey there! Have you ever heard of Angkor? It’s a magical place in Cambodia that’s filled with ancient temples and ruins, kind of like something out of an adventure movie! 🎬 Imagine huge stone temples covered in jungle vines and hidden carvings – it’s like stepping back in time!
What is Angkor? 🤔
Angkor is a vast complex of temples and ruins in a place called Siem Reap, Cambodia. A long time ago, from the 9th to the 15th centuries, it was the heart of the Khmer Empire. That’s over 600 years ago! 😲 Some of the most famous temples there are Angkor Wat, The Bayon, Preah Khan, and Ta Prohm (you might have seen this one in movies!). In 1992, UNESCO, an international organization that protects important places, declared Angkor a World Heritage site. 🌍
China and Cambodia: Teaming Up! 🤝
But here’s something super cool: China has been helping Cambodia to fix and preserve these amazing temples! 🛠️ Since 1993, Chinese experts have been working with Cambodian teams to restore Angkor’s ancient wonders. They started by joining the International Action for Safeguarding Angkor, which is like a big group effort to save and protect the site.
Restoring the Temples 🏰
Chinese teams have already restored two important temples:
- Chau Say Tevoda Temple (finished in 2008)
- Ta Keo Temple (finished in 2018)
And guess what? In 2019, they started working on the Royal Palace in Angkor Thom, which is the center of the ancient city! 🏯 This huge project is expected to be completed by 2030. That’s when you’ll be grown up! 🎉
A Friendship Carved in Stone 💖
The restoration of Angkor isn’t just about fixing old buildings; it’s also about the friendship between China and Cambodia. Through working together, they’ve built a strong bond, just like the stones of Angkor stand strong after hundreds of years. These efforts help people from all over the world visit and learn about this amazing place! 🌏
Why Is This Important for Us? 🌟
Preserving Angkor means keeping history alive. It teaches us about the past, about art, culture, and how people lived long ago. Plus, it shows how countries can work together to do something great! Maybe one day, you’ll get to visit Angkor and see the incredible temples for yourself! ✈️
So the next time you think about ancient adventures, remember Angkor – a place where history, friendship, and the future come together! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
