A breakthrough LiDAR-guided excavation in the dense jungles of Pursat Province has revealed a remarkably intact brick temple from the Chenla period. The structure is notable for its corbelled arch roof and a central pedestal housing a rare 1.5-meter 'Harihara' statue—a syncretic deity combining features of Vishnu and Shiva. This finding marks one of the most significant pre-Angkorian discoveries in the last decade.
Preliminary analysis of the lintels suggests a transitional artistic style known as the 'Kompong Preah' style, characterized by floral garlands and mythical creatures. The site also yielded a collection of ritual bronze vessels buried beneath the threshold. Conservation teams are now working to stabilize the delicate brickwork, which has suffered from centuries of root penetration but remains structurally sound.