Ta Prohm Roots: Taken in 2002;

Ta Prohm  

"This huge temple complex looks much the same as when it was first discovered. The high lichen covered walls are distorted by the movement of the earth beneath.

800 years of history lie twisted and broken, with sinister root systems of huge trees enveloping doors and windows in a stranglehold.

The distinction between organic and non-organic become blurred in the green pallor of light from the jungle canopy.  The intensity of the jungle sounds here can be almost deafening"

I wrote this after my first visit in 2003. Ta Prohm and the temples have changed a lot in the last few years and visitor numbers have increased. In spite of this; Ta Prohm is one of the Wonders of Cambodia and is justifiably near the top of places to see here!

The roots; made famous in Tomb Raider film

   Twisted roots snake through the ruins

Ta Prohm Gate

          Ta Prohm east entrance

An atmospheric corner of Ta Prohm

This tiny figure protected by tree roots, is hard to find!

Ta Prohm in  a tropical downpour

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