Suryavarman I is king of the Khmer Empire from 1010 to 1050.

After the reign of Udayadityavarman I, which ends around 1000, there is no clear successor.

Two kings, Jayaviravarman and Suryavarman I, both claim the throne.

Suryavarman I is said to be a Buddhist.

After nine years of war, Suryavarman I wins the throne.

Suryavarman I establishes diplomatic relations with the Chola dynasty of south India.

Suryavarman I sends a chariot as a present to the Chola Emperor Rajaraja Chola I.