Friday, February 19, 2010

Siem Reap, Cambodia - Ta Prohm

Entrance to Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm is one of the popular temples in Siem Reap. Ta Prohm was one of the locations where Tomb Raider was shot.

Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm is one of the heavily damaged ruins. Surprisingly, it was not a war or major distaster that destroyed this temple.

The temple was destroyed by the large trees that grew between the stones.

Silk Cotton trees



Silk cotton trees grew all around the temple and destroyed many of the structures.

Strangler Fig trees


Strangler fig trees have also grown large and destroyed the temple.


Here you'll see how large the trees are compared to one of the tourists walking.

Ta Prohm Ruins










Blocked

There are many pathways in Ta Prohm that have been blocked by fallen stone.

Apsara

Images of the Apsara are found along the temple walls.

Strangled Buddha

This strangled image of a buddha is a popular attraction in Ta Prohm.

It may seem big, but the image of the buddha under the tree is just one feet tall.

Wall Carvings

Many stone wall carvings are also present here. These walls are 2 storeys high.

Restoration

There's extensive restoration in this temple due to its popularity to tourists.


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