The Marvels of The Kingdom of Ganesha

At the heart of Pairi Daiza’s reconstructed Khmer kingdom, the Bayon Gate stands like a portal to another world, a world where the mystery and splendour of the ancient empire are awakened anew.

Inspired by the grandiose architecture of the Angkor temples in Cambodia, the Bayon Gate transports visitors to a bygone era, when gods and kings reigned supreme. Its finely chiselled bas-reliefs recount the legends and myths of this flourishing civilisation, where each stone is imbued with the wisdom and spirituality of the ancient Khmers.

Through the Bayon Gate, visitors enter a bewitching world of symbols and mysteries, where every detail evokes the past splendour of this once glorious empire. Under the benevolent shadow of faces carved in stone, they discover the timeless magic of art and history, captivated by the eternal beauty of this architectural jewel.

The Bayon Gate thus becomes much more than a simple stone structure; it becomes the guardian of the lost secrets of the past, a link between the centuries that separate us and the dazzling splendour of a forgotten civilisation.

At the core of Balinese Hinduism

The Tana Toraja, located in the mountainous region of South Sulawesi, Indonesia, is a vibrant testament to the rich culture and unique traditions of the Toraja community. These traditional rice barns, called “alang”, are built from wood on stilts, adorned with intricate carved motifs, and have boat-shaped roofs. They serve as storage places for rice but also as symbols of social status and spirituality. These remarkable structures reflect the emphasis the Toraja society places on agriculture and spirituality, adding a distinctive artistic and cultural dimension to their heritage.

A Thai house made entirely from wood