ABSTRACT
The paper illustrates the restoration and stabilization of a moat embankment portion of the Angkor Wat Temple, Cambodia, in a World Heritage Site context. The earth strengthening was realized with a composite geotextile fabric, providing drainage and reinforcement to the backfill. The implementation of key geotechnical concepts proved to be effective in the middle run since its realization 20 years ago in a low technology environment within a low budget, involving local staff. The requirement of a low impact solution was a key issue in the adoption of the Intervention.
