Angkor worksite reveals 2 statues

A man inspects a statue earlier this month in Siem Reap after it was discovered during channel work in the Angkor Temple Complex. PHOTO SUPPLIED

Authorities at the Angkor Temple Complex in Siem Reap province yesterday announced the discovery of two statues dating from the 10th century, uncovered during the digging of a water channel.

In a statement released on its website, the Apsara Authority, which runs and manages the Unesco World Heritage site, said the two statues will be sent to archaeologists for research purposes.

“We found them while digging a small canal around the Banteay Srey temple,” said Apsara Authority spokesperson Chao Sun Kerya.

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