Angkor Thom, Cambodia - 19 January 2005 A triumph of Medieval Khmer culture, the treasures of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom in Cambodia are incomparable. Angkor Thom (Great City) was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late twelfth century by King Jayavarman VII. The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the city. It was used by Angkor's king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to view his victorious returning army.