Sunday, August 05, 2007

Ta Prohm

Ta Phrom Temple, unlike most of the other Angkorian temples, has 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 have made it one of Angkor's most popular temples with visitors.



Roots of a silk cotton tree running along the gallery of the second enclosure.














The temple of Ta Prohm was used as a location in the film Tomb Raider. Although the film took visual liberties with other Angkorian temples, its scenes of Ta Prohm were quite faithful to the temple's actual appearance, and made use of its eerie qualities.

Needless to say, this was my favorite temple!

http://www.aangkortourguide.com/angkortemples/taprohm.htm