Preah Khan - Angkor City, Cambodia | ||
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Entrance Walkway (74k) This Buddhist temple was built by Jayavarman
VII and dedicated to his father in 1191.
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Through Doorway (78k) These passages were not passable until
the World Monument Fund sponsored restoration work.
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Main Entrance (76k) The entire complex is about 140 acres;
the main enclosed area is behind this wall.
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Well preserved arch (90k) Scene from Hindu legend depicted in relief.
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Well preserved remains (97k) Many smaller remnants remain and are cleaned
and organized.
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Giant silk-cotton tree (95k) These roots are so very large; see
close-up
of them.
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Old wall (99k) |
Huge tree (109k) |
Apsara carving (75k) |
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