The Apsara dancers of Angkor are a symbol of elegance and divine beauty, often depicted in intricate bas-reliefs on temple walls, especially at Angkor Wat. Apsaras are celestial dancers in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, known for their grace and their ability to captivate gods and mortals alike. Each Apsara pose tells a story through delicate hand gestures, or mudras, and elaborate costumes adorned with crowns and intricate jewelry. In Khmer culture, Apsara dancing is both an art form and a spiri