Angkor Wat's Hidden Reservoirs Were Bigger Than Cities #ancienthistory #ancientengineering

Angkor wasn’t just temples — it was a water machine that kept a huge capital alive for centuries.How did Angkor, capital of the khmer empire from the 9th century, support people across a vast area? Not with one reservoir, but a planned network of canals, raised banks, moats, ponds and enormous reservoirs called barays. In this Short we break down how the West Baray — the largest man-made reservoir of its time — and the East Baray worked with channels mapped by archaeologists from above to supply water across the city. A perfect example of ancient engineering and ancient history you’ve likely never heard in 60 seconds. If you love lost civilizations, ancient civilizations, and forgotten Cambodia history, subscribe to Strange Detour for true stories daily. #AngkorWat #KhmerEmpire #AncientEngineering angkor wat, khmer empire, ancient engineering, ancient history, ancient civilizations, lost civilizations, cambodia, history documentary, west baray, east baray, siem reap, shorts