Before the grandeur of Angkor, a pantheon of Khmer rulers laid the foundations for a mighty empire. This ranking explores the most impactful monarchs of that formative era, from the strategic brilliance of Ponhea Yat, who relocated the capital, to the martial prowess of Ang Chan the Great, who expanded Khmer influence. Discover who among these early sovereigns truly shaped the destiny of Cambodia, and whose legacy continues to echo through history.