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  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, a ruined temple complex at Angkor Historical Park. The terrace was used by Angkor's king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to view his victorious returning army.  Most of the original structure was made of wood and has long since disappeared. Most of what remains are the foundation platforms of the complex. The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.
    terrace-elephants-5.jpg
  • Angkor Wat Reflection - Angkor was built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple.  As the best preserved temple at Angkor Archeological Park, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. It is the world's largest religious building. The temple is admired for the grandeur and harmony of the architecture. The modern name, Angkor Wat, means "City Temple" - Angkor which comes from the Sanskrit word meaning capital or city.
    Angkor-Wat-6.jpg
  • Angkor Wat Monks - Angkor was built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at Angkor Archeological Park, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation - first Hindu dedicated to the god Vishnu, then Buddhist. It is the world's largest religious building. The temple is admired for the grandeur and harmony of the architecture, its extensive bas-reliefs, and for the numerous guardian spirits adorning its walls. The modern name, Angkor Wat, means "City Temple"; Angkor which comes from the Sanskrit word meaning capital or city. Wat is the Khmer word for temple. Prior to this time the temple was known as Preah Pisnulok, after the posthumous title of its founder, Suryavarman II.
    Angkor-Wat-2.jpg
  • Angkor Wat Buddha - Angkor Wat was built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at Angkor Archeological Park, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation - first Hindu dedicated to the god Vishnu, then Buddhist. It is the world's largest religious building. The temple is admired for the grandeur and harmony of the architecture, its extensive bas-reliefs, and for the numerous guardian spirits adorning its walls. The modern name, Angkor Wat, means "City Temple"; Angkor which comes from the Sanskrit word meaning capital or city. Wat is the Khmer word for temple. Prior to this time the temple was known as Preah Pisnulok, after the posthumous title of its founder, Suryavarman II.
    angkor-wat-8.jpg
  • Integrated with the architecture of the building, and one of the causes for its fame is Angkor Wat's extensive decoration, which predominantly takes the form of bas-relief friezes. The inner walls of the outer gallery bear a series of large scale scenes mainly depicting episodes from the Hindu epics the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
    angkor-bas-relief-2
  • Angkor Wat Sunrise - Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at Angkor Historical Park, it is also the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation—first Hindu, dedicated to Vishnu, then Buddhist. The temple is the epitome of the  classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag and it is the country's primary attraction for visitors.
    Angkor-Wat-3.jpg
  • Buddhas at Angkor Wat - Angkor Wat itself is only temple within Angkor Historical Park to have continued as a significant religious center since its foundation.  The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia appearing on its national flag, currency, passports.  Angkor Wat has been described as "one of the world's few major attractions that's not overrated".
    Angkor-Wat-Buddha-1.jpg
  • Angkor Doorway and Passages - Angkor Archaeological Park is made up of many temples, shrines and mini cities.   That is, the magnificent remains Khmer Empire’s capital, which rules from the 9th to the 15th century.  They include Angkor Wat itself  as well as Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations and many, many others in various stages of reparation organised by UNESCO.
    angkor-doorways-2.jpg
  • Headless Buddhas at Angkor Wat -  built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at the site, Angkor Wat is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation.  The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture and has become a symbol of Cambodia - appearing on its national flag.
    Angkor-Wat-Buddha-3.jpg
  • Angkor Wat Tourists - Angkor is the only temple to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation--first Hindu, dedicated to Vishnu, then Buddhist. The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag and it is the country's primary attraction for visitors.
    Angkor-Wat-7.jpg
  • Integrated with the architecture of the building, and one of the causes for its fame is Angkor Wat's extensive decoration in the form of bas-relief friezes. The inner walls of the outer gallery bear a series of large scale scenes mainly depicting episodes from the Hindu epics the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
    angkor-bas-relief-1.jpg
  • Angkor Wat Sunrise - Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation—first Hindu, dedicated to Vishnu, then Buddhist. The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag and it is the country's primary attraction for visitors.
    Angkor-Wat.jpg
  • Angkor Thom Victory Gate - Angkor Thom was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire established in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. It covers an area of 9 square kilometers.
    angkor-thom-entrance-3.jpg
  • Headless Buddhas at Angkor Wat - built for king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation.  First Hindu, then Buddhist. The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag and it is the country's primary attraction for visitors.
    Angkor-Wat-Buddha-2.jpg
  • Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation—first Hindu, dedicated to Vishnu, then Buddhist. The temple is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag and it is the country's primary attraction for visitors.
    angkor-wat-doorway.jpg
  • Monk at Angkor Wat - built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century.  Angkor is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation.  First it was Hindu dedicated to the god Vishnu, then becoming Buddhist under other kings. The temple is admired for its grandeur and harmony  of architecture.
    angkor-monk-1.jpg
  • Angkor Thom Victory Gate - Angkor Thom was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late twelfth century by king Jayavarman VII. It covers an area of 9 km², within which are located several monuments from earlier eras as well as those established by Jayavarman and his successors. At the centre of the city is Jayavarman's state temple, the Bayon.
    angkor-thom-entrance-2.jpg
  • Angkor Thom Victory Gate - Angkor Thom was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late twelfth century by king Jayavarman VII. It covers an area of 9 km², within which are located several monuments from earlier eras as well as those established by Jayavarman and his successors. At the centre of the city is Jayavarman's state temple, the Bayon.
    angkor-thom-entrance-1.jpg
  • South Gate at Angkor Thom - the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. It was established in the late twelfth century by king Jayavarman VII. It covers an area of 9 km², within which are located several monuments from earlier eras as well as those established by Jayavarman and his successors. At the centre of the city is Jayavarman's state temple, the Bayon.
    angkor-thom-south-gate-2.jpg
  • Elephant Rentals at Angkor Wat, with a Mahout to go
    angkor-elephant-1.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.  The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-6.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.  The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-8.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.  The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-1.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.  The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-4.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face.  The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-2.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Leper King is located in the northwest corner of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom, Cambodia. It was built in the Bayon style under Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th century sculpture discovered at the site. The statue depicts the Hindu god Yama, the god of Death. He was called the Leper King because discoloration and moss growing on the original statue was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king who had leprosy.
    terrace-leper-king-6.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Leper King is in the  Royal Square of Angkor Thom.  It was built in the Bayon style under Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th century sculpture discovered at the site. The statue depicts the Hindu god Yama, the god of Death. He was called the Leper King because discoloration and moss growing on the original statue was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king who had leprosy.
    terrace-leper-king-7.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Leper King is located in the northwest corner of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom, Cambodia. It was built in the Bayon style under Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th century sculpture discovered at the site. The statue depicts the Hindu god Yama, the god of Death. He was called the Leper King because discoloration and moss growing on the original statue was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king who had leprosy.
    terrace-leper-king-2.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Leper King is located in the northwest corner of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom, Cambodia. It was built in the Bayon style under Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th century sculpture discovered at the site. The statues depict the Hindu god Yama, the god of Death who was called the Leper King because discoloration and moss growing on the original statue was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king who had leprosy.
    terrace-leper-king-4.jpg
  • Elephant Rides at Bayon, a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor Archeological park in Siem Reap, Cambodia.  Built in the late 12th century as the official state temple of the Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom.
    angkor-elephant-3.jpg
  • Elephant Rides at Bayon, a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor Archeological park in Siem Reap, Cambodia.  Built in the late 12th century as the official state temple of the Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom.
    angkor-elephant-2.jpg
  • Apsara Dancers at Bayon - Khmer classical dance is often called "Apsara Dance" coming from the notion that Khmer classical dance is connected to dances practiced in the courts of the Angkor monarchs, which got their inspiration from  mythological court gods and from its celestial Apsara dancers.
    apsara-dancers-angkor.jpg
  • Prasat Kravan is a small 10th century temple consisting of five red brick towers on a platform, located at Angkor Archeological Park.  The modern name in Khmer "Prasat Kravan," means "cardamom temple." The temple was dedicated to Vishnu.  The exterior of the temple is striking for its classical lines and symmetry.
    Prasat-Kravan-5.jpg
  • Cambodian cyclists pass the Bayon, a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th century or early 13th century as the official state temple of the Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom.
    Bayon-3.jpg
  • Bayon Buddha - The Bayon, or Prasat Bayon, is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th century century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom. Following Jayavarman's death, it was modified and augmented by later Hindu and Theravada Buddhist kings in accordance with their own religious preferences.  Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of giant yet serene stone faces on the towers on the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak.  The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
    Bayon-Buddha-3.jpg
  • Bayon Buddha - The Bayon, or Prasat Bayon, is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th century century as the official state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom. Following Jayavarman's death, it was modified and augmented by later Hindu and Theravada Buddhist kings in accordance with their own religious preferences.  Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of giant yet serene stone faces on the towers on the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak.  The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
    Bayon-Buddha-2.jpg
  • Baphuon is a part of the Angkor Thom complex and was built in the mid-11th century, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. In the late 15th century, the Baphuon was converted to a Buddhist temple. The temple was built on sand, but because of its immense size the temple has always been unstable throughout its history. Large portions had collapsed by the time the Buddha was added.  By the twentieth century, most of the temple had collapsed, and restoration efforts have proven to be problematic: a first effort begun in 1960 was interrupted by the Khmer Rouge, when records of the positions of the stones were lost. A second attempt started in 1995 by a team of French archeologists though work is ongoing, the temple has been mostly restored.
    baphuon-3.jpg
  • Corridor at Ta Prohm - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style largely in the late 12th and early 13th centuries Ta Prohm was founded by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. The trees growing out of the ruins are perhaps the most distinctive feature of Ta Prohm, and "have prompted more writers to descriptive excess than any other feature of Angkor." Two species predominate but sources disagree on their identification. The larger is either the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the smaller is either the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa) or Gold Apple Diospyros decandra.
    corridor-ta-prohm-5.jpg
  • Corridor at Ta Prohm - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style largely in the late 12th and early 13th centuries Ta Prohm was founded by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. The trees growing out of the ruins are perhaps the most distinctive feature of Ta Prohm, and "have prompted more writers to descriptive excess than any other feature of Angkor." Two species predominate but sources disagree on their identification. The larger is either the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the smaller is either the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa) or Gold Apple Diospyros decandra.
    corridor-ta-prohm-2.jpg
  • Corridor at Ta Prohm - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style largely in the late 12th and early 13th centuries Ta Prohm was founded by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. The trees growing out of the ruins are perhaps the most distinctive feature of Ta Prohm, and "have prompted more writers to descriptive excess than any other feature of Angkor." Two species predominate but sources disagree on their identification. The larger is either the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the smaller is either the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa) or Gold Apple Diospyros decandra.
    corridor-ta-prohm-1.jpg
  • Baphuon is a part of the Angkor Thom complex and was built in the mid-11th century, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. In the late 15th century, the Baphuon was converted to a Buddhist temple. The temple was built on sand, but because of its immense size the temple has always been unstable throughout its history. Large portions had collapsed by the time the Buddha was added.  By the twentieth century, most of the temple had collapsed, and restoration efforts have proven to be problematic: a first effort begun in 1960 was interrupted by the Khmer Rouge, when records of the positions of the stones were lost. A second attempt started in 1995 by a team of French archeologists though work is ongoing, the temple has been mostly restored.
    baphuon-1.jpg
  • Baphuon is a part of the Angkor Thom complex and was built in the mid-11th century, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. In the late 15th century, the Baphuon was converted to a Buddhist temple. The temple was built on sand, but because of its immense size the temple has always been unstable throughout its history. Large portions had collapsed by the time the Buddha was added.  By the twentieth century, most of the temple had collapsed, and restoration efforts have proven to be problematic: a first effort begun in 1960 was interrupted by the Khmer Rouge, when records of the positions of the stones were lost. A second attempt started in 1995 by a team of French archeologists though work is ongoing, the temple has been mostly restored.
    baphuon-4.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
    ta-prohm-9.jpg
  • Baphuon is a part of the Angkor Thom complex and was built in the mid-11th century, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. In the late 15th century, the Baphuon was converted to a Buddhist temple. The temple was built on sand, but because of its immense size the temple has always been unstable throughout its history. Large portions had collapsed by the time the Buddha was added.  By the twentieth century, most of the temple had collapsed, and restoration efforts have proven to be problematic: a first effort begun in 1960 was interrupted by the Khmer Rouge, when records of the positions of the stones were lost. A second attempt started in 1995 by a team of French archeologists though work is ongoing, the temple has been mostly restored.
    baphuon-2.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face. The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-3.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face. The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-10.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has mostly been left in the same condition in which it was found because the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig Ficus gibbosa.
    ta-prohm-10.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face. The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-9.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
    ta-prohm-7.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
    ruins-ta-prohm-2.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
    ruins-ta-prohm-1.jpg
  • The Terrace of the Elephants is part of the walled city of Angkor Thom, The terrace is named for the carvings of elephants on its eastern face. The Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king's grand audience hall. The middle section of the retaining wall is decorated with life size garuda and lions; towards either end are the two parts of the famous parade of elephants complete with their Khmer mahouts.
    terrace-elephants-7.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
    ta-prohm-8.jpg
  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
    ta-prohm-6.jpg
  • Prasat Kravan is a small 10th century temple consisting of five reddish brick towers on a platform, located within the Angkor complex south of the artificial lake or baray called Srah Srang.  The modern name in Khmer, "Prasat Kravan," means "cardamom temple." The temple was dedicated to Vishnu.  The exterior of the temple is striking for its classical lines and symmetry. The sanctuaries inside the towers are remarkable for the large bas relief depictions of Vishnu and Lakshmi that have been carved into the walls of reddish brick.
    Prasat-Kravan-2.jpg
  • Prasat Kravan is a small 10th century temple consisting of five reddish brick towers on a platform, located at Angkor, Cambodia south of the artificial lake or baray called Srah Srang.  The modern name in Khmer, "Prasat Kravan," means "cardamom temple." The temple was dedicated to Vishnu.  The exterior of the temple is striking for its classical lines and symmetry. The sanctuaries inside the towers are remarkable for the large bas relief depictions of Vishnu and Lakshmi that have been carved into the walls of reddish brick.
    Prasat-Kravan-3.jpg
  • Pre Rup is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of King Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or 962. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite and sandstone construction. Pre Rup was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Its extensive laterite and brick give it a pleasing reddish tone that is heightened by early morning and late afternoon sunlight. The temple’s name is a comparatively modern one meaning “turn the body." This reflects the common belief among Cambodians that funerals were conducted at the temple, with the ashes of the body being ritually rotated in different directions as the service progressed.
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  • Pre Rup is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of King Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or 962. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite and sandstone construction. Pre Rup was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Its extensive laterite and brick give it a pleasing reddish tone that is heightened by early morning and late afternoon sunlight. The temple’s name is a comparatively modern one meaning “turn the body." This reflects the common belief among Cambodians that funerals were conducted at the temple, with the ashes of the body being ritually rotated in different directions as the service progressed.
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  • The Terrace of the Leper King is located in the northwest corner of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom, Cambodia. It was built in the Bayon style under Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th century sculpture discovered at the site. The statues depict the Hindu god Yama, the god of Death who was called the Leper King because discoloration and moss growing on the original statue was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king who had leprosy.
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  • The Terrace of the Leper King is located in the northwest corner of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom, Cambodia. It was built in the Bayon style under Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th century sculpture discovered at the site. The statues depict the Hindu god Yama, the god of Death who was called the Leper King because discoloration and moss growing on the original statue was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king who had leprosy.
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  • Friendly Buddhist monk playing with his dog on the grounds of Bayon, Angkor Thom.
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  • Friendly Buddhist monk playing with his dog on the grounds of Bayon, Angkor Thom.
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  • Bayon is known for its impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and even mundane scenes such as these workmen carrying a tree.
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  • Bayon Bas Relief - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
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  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
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  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
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  • Ta Prohm Ruins - Ta Prohm is the modern name of what was originally called Rajavihar. Built in the Bayon style by King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Unlike most renovated Angkor temples Ta Prohm has been left in pretty much the same condition in which it was found. One reason for this is that the roots and trees have become so much a part of the structures that, if removed the structures would lose their integrity. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the natural surroundings have made the temple one of Angkor's most popular with visitors. Two species predominate: the silk cotton tree ceiba pentandra or Tetrameles nudiflora and the other is the strangler fig (Ficus gibbosa).
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  • Pre Rup is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of King Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or 962. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite and sandstone construction.  Pre Rup was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Its extensive laterite and brick give it an attractive red tone that is enhanced by early morning and late afternoon sunlight.
    pre-rup-3.jpg
  • Pre Rup is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of King Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or 962. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite and sandstone construction.  Pre Rup was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Its extensive laterite and brick give it a pleasing reddish tone that is heightened by early morning and late afternoon sunlight.  The temple’s name is a comparatively modern one meaning “turn the body." This reflects the common belief among Cambodians that funerals were conducted at the temple, with the ashes of the body being ritually rotated in different directions as the service progressed.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the array of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • The sanctuaries inside the towers at Prasat Kravan are remarkable for the large bas relief depictions of Vishnu and Lakshmi that have been carved into the walls of red sandstone.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Cambodian Monks at Neak Pean - Neak Pean "The entwined serpents" is built on an artificial island with a Buddhist temple on a circular island and was constructed during the reign of King Jayavarman VII.  The temple and lake represent Anavatapta - a mythical lake in the Himalayas - with waters that are believe to cure illnesses. Neak Pean was set up for medical purposes.  The ancients believed that going into the pools would cure diseases based on the ancient Hindu belief of balance. Four connected pools represent Water, Earth, Fire and Wind. The stone statues in pavilions are meant to represent the heads of the Four Great Animals.
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  • Neak Pean "The entwined serpents" is built on an artificial island with a Buddhist temple on a circular island and was constructed during the reign of King Jayavarman VII.  The temple and lake represent Anavatapta - a mythical lake in the Himalayas - with waters that are believe to cure illnesses. Neak Pean was set up for medical purposes.  The ancients believed that going into the pools would cure diseases based on the ancient Hindu belief of balance. Four connected pools represent Water, Earth, Fire and Wind. The stone statues in pavilions are meant to represent the heads of the Four Great Animals.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
    Bayon-Lokesvara-3.jpg
  • Neak Pean "The entwined serpents" is built on an artificial island with a Buddhist temple on a circular island and was constructed during the reign of King Jayavarman VII.  The temple and lake represent Anavatapta - a mythical lake in the Himalayas - with waters that are believe to cure illnesses. Neak Pean was set up for medical purposes.  The ancients believed that going into the pools would cure diseases based on the ancient Hindu belief of balance. Four connected pools represent Water, Earth, Fire and Wind. The stone statues in pavilions are meant to represent the heads of the Four Great Animals.
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  • Neak Pean "The entwined serpents" is built on an artificial island with a Buddhist temple and was constructed during the reign of King Jayavarman VII.  The temple and lake represent Anavatapta - a mythical lake in the Himalayas - with waters that are believe to cure illnesses so Neak Pean was set up for medical purposes.  The ancients believed that going into the pools would cure diseases based on the ancient Hindu belief of balance. Four connected pools represent Water, Earth, Fire and Wind. The stone statues in pavilions are meant to represent the heads of the Four Great Animals.
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  • Cambodian Monks at Neak Pean "The entwined serpents" -  built on an artificial island with a Buddhist temple on a circular island and was constructed during the reign of King Jayavarman VII.  The temple and lake represent Anavatapta - a mythical lake in the Himalayas - with waters that are believe to cure illnesses. Neak Pean was set up for medical purposes.  The ancients believed that going into the pools would cure diseases based on the ancient Hindu belief of balance. Four connected pools represent Water, Earth, Fire and Wind. The stone statues in pavilions are meant to represent the heads of the Four Great Animals.
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  • Bayon Lokesvara - The Bayon's most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. The temple is known also for two impressive sets of bas-reliefs, which present an unusual combination of mythological, historical, and mundane scenes.
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  • Preah Khan meaning "holy sword", is derived from holy city of victory. The site originally combined the roles of city, temple and Buddhist university.  The temple is still largely unrestored -  conservators have attempted to balance restoration of the wild condition in which the temple was discovered.
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  • Preah Palilay, is surrounded by trees and roots that cannot be removed as it would cause severe damage to the entire structure as they have become so much a part of the whole.
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  • Ta Som was built at the end of the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. It is just east of Neak Pean. The King dedicated the temple to his father Dharanindravarman II who was King from 1150 to 1160. The temple consists of a single shrine located on one level and surrounded by walls. Like the nearby Preah Khan and Ta Prohm the temple was left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins. In 1998, the World Monuments Fund added the temple to their restoration program and began work to stabilise the structure to make it safer for visitors. Ta Som is surrounded by a moat.
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  • Mossy Preah Palilay Ruins - Preah Palilay - Only the Central Sanctuary of Prah Palilay remains intact. The sandstone tower opens on four sides, each one of which has a porch. The tower stands on a base with three tiers and has a stairway on each side. On the upper portion there is a pyramid that forms a sort of chimney, which is filled with reused stones.  Palilay is unique in its coexistence of Hindu and Buddhist elements Lintels and pediments lying on the ground at the sides and back of the temple afford a rare opportunity to see relief at eye level. Many depict Buddhist scenes with Hindu divinities. The presence of Buddhist monks at this temple give it the feeling of an active place of worship.
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  • Mossy Preah Palilay Ruins - Preah Palilay - Only the Central Sanctuary of Prah Palilay remains intact. The sandstone tower opens on four sides, each one of which has a porch. The tower stands on a base with three tiers and has a stairway on each side. On the upper portion there is a pyramid that forms a sort of chimney, which is filled with reused stones.  Palilay is unique in its coexistence of Hindu and Buddhist elements Lintels and pediments lying on the ground at the sides and back of the temple afford a rare opportunity to see relief at eye level. Many depict Buddhist scenes with Hindu divinities. The presence of Buddhist monks at this temple give it the feeling of an active place of worship.
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  • Apsara at Ta Som - built at the end of the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. It is just east of Neak Pean. The King dedicated the temple to his father Dharanindravarman II who was King from 1150 to 1160. The temple consists of a single shrine located on one level and surrounded by walls. Like the nearby Preah Khan and Ta Prohm the temple was left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins. In 1998, the World Monuments Fund added the temple to their restoration program and began work to stabilise the structure to make it safer for visitors. Ta Som is surrounded by a moat.
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  • Preah Palilay - The sandstone tower opens on four sides, each one of which has a porch. The tower stands on a base with three tiers and has a stairway on each side. On the upper portion there is a pyramid that forms a sort of chimney, which is filled with reused stones.  Palilay is unique in its coexistence of Hindu and Buddhist elements. Lintels lying on the ground at the sides and back of the temple give a rare opportunity to see relief at eye level. Many depict Buddhist scenes with Hindu divinities. The presence of Buddhist monks at this temple give it the feeling of an active place of worship. Only the Central Sanctuary of Prah Palilay remains intact.
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  • Tree Growth Head at Ta Som - built at the end of the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. It is just east of Neak Pean. The King dedicated the temple to his father Dharanindravarman II who was King from 1150 to 1160. The temple consists of a single shrine located on one level and surrounded by walls. Like the nearby Preah Khan and Ta Prohm the temple was left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins. In 1998, the World Monuments Fund added the temple to their restoration program and began work to stabilise the structure to make it safer for visitors. Ta Som is surrounded by a moat.
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  • Ta Som was built at the end of the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. It is just east of Neak Pean. The King dedicated the temple to his father Dharanindravarman II who was King from 1150 to 1160. The temple consists of a single shrine located on one level and surrounded by walls. Like the nearby Preah Khan and Ta Prohm the temple was left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins. In 1998, the World Monuments Fund added the temple to their restoration program and began work to stabilise the structure to make it safer for visitors. Ta Som is surrounded by a moat.
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  • Apsara at Ta Som - built at the end of the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII. It is just east of Neak Pean. The King dedicated the temple to his father Dharanindravarman II who was King from 1150 to 1160. The temple consists of a single shrine located on one level and surrounded by walls. Like the nearby Preah Khan and Ta Prohm the temple was left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins. In 1998, the World Monuments Fund added the temple to their restoration program and began work to stabilise the structure to make it safer for visitors. Ta Som is surrounded by a moat.
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  • Preah Palilay - Only the Central Sanctuary of Prah Palilay remains intact. The sandstone tower opens on four sides, each one of which has a porch. The tower stands on a base with three tiers and has a stairway on each side. On the upper portion there is a pyramid that forms a sort of chimney, which is filled with reused stones.  Palilay is unique in its coexistence of Hindu and Buddhist elements Lintels and pediments lying on the ground at the sides and back of the temple afford a rare opportunity to see relief at eye level. Many depict Buddhist scenes with Hindu divinities. The presence of Buddhist monks at this temple give it the feeling of an active place of worship.
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  • Banteay Srey is a 10th century Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Banteay Srei is built largely of red sandstone, a medium that lends itself to the elaborate decorative wall carvings which are still observable today. The buildings themselves are miniature in scale, unusually so when measured by the standards of Angkorian construction.
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  • Banteay Srei or Banteay Srey is a 10th century Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.  The temple is mainly built  of red sandstone - a material that lends itself to elaborate and decorative carvings which can still be seen today.
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