Jayavarman VIII

Jayavarman VIII was one of the kings of the Khmer empire. His rule lasted from 1243 till 1295, when he abdicated.

It was during the reign of Jayavarman VIII that the Mongol forces under the command of Kublai Khan attacked the Angkor empire in 1283. Jayavarman VIII decided to pay tribute and buy peace and thus his rule survived.

Preceded by Indravarman II	King of Cambodia 1243–1295	Succeeded by Indravarman III

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Name	Jayavarman 08
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Short description	Cambodian king
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