GlenysTa Prohm - some trees grow in ancient ruins ..
December 26th 2010 00:21
.. and are famous because of their gigantic roots.
In 2007 we visited Siem Reap, hired a Tuk-tuk and visited several of Cambodia’s ancient temples.
Tuk-Tuk travel, Cambodia
One temple we visited was Ta Prohm, where we gazed in wonder at one of the most photographed trees in the world - the Tetrameles nudiflora, whose gigantic roots snake down over part of the Ta Prohm ruins.
The famous Tetrameles nudiflora tree at Ta Prohm, Cambodia
The famous Tetrameles nudiflora tree at Ta Prohm, Cambodia
When we visited Ta Prohm was only partially restored and was shrouded in jungle, largely covered by massive figs and silk-cotton trees. Wandering around the ruins was an exciting experience – around every corner and through every door was something else to explore. Some areas of the temple were impassable, while some could only be reached by narrow passages.
Exploring Ta Prohm, Cambodia
Exploring Ta Prohm, Cambodia
Exploring Ta Prohm, Cambodia
Ta Prom was built in the late 12th Century by King Jayavarman VII. He built it as a shrine devoted to his mother. It was originally a big Buddhist monastery that housed more than 3000 villages and accommodated more than 70,000 residents.
Unlike most Angkorian temples, Ta Prohm had been left in much the same condition in which it was found: the photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings made it a memorable visit.
Exploring Ta Prohm, Cambodia
Sweeping up around Ta Prohm
Exploring Ta Prohm, Cambodia
Some information from Wikipedia.
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