Lovek

Lovek

Lovek was a city in ancient Cambodia that became the nation's capital in the 16th century after Civil War Between Sdech Kan And Ponhea Chan. Howere Ponhea Chan won and become the new king of Cambodia. Lovek was chosen by Borommaracha III or Ponhea Chan as a new capital because of its more readily defensible terrain. During this period, Cambodia was often referred to as Lovek.

Spanish and Portuguese adventurers and missionaries first visited the kingdom during this period. King Naresuan of Siam conquered the new capital at Lovek in 1593 and this marked a downturn in the kingdom's fortunes and Cambodia became a pawn in power struggle between its two increasingly powerful neighbors, Siam and Vietnam.

In 1618, the capital was once again relocated and moved to Oudong.


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