Ta
Prohm Temple at Siem Reap in
northern Cambodia
Ta Prohm was built in the Bayon style in late 12th / early 13th century. Originally named Rajavihara . Located approximately one kilometre east of Angkor Thom on the southern edge of the East Baray near Tonle Bati. It was founded as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university. Ta Prohm has been left in the condition in which it was found: the photogenic combination of trees growing out of the ruins have made it one of the most popular temples at Angkor Wat. |
Ta
Prohm Temple
at Siem Reap in northern Cambodia |
Stone
Head at Ta Prohm Temple
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