Siem Reap roadside

Ta Prohm and Tonle Sap Lake

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July 11th 2007
Tuesday July 10 We headed out for temple touring at 8:30 AM. The first stop was Ta Prohm, which was completed in 1186AD. This temple was left in its natural state when rediscovered in the 19th century, as an example of how most of Angkor looked. Most of the temples in the Angkor complex have been restored - clearing them of trees and vegetation. The structures had to be re-assembled and stabil ... read more

Asia » Cambodia » North » Angkor

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Most Cambodians consider themselves to be Khmers, whose Angkor Empire extended over much of Southeast Asia and reached its zenith between the 10th and 13th centuries. Subsequently, attacks by the Thai and Cham (from present-day Vietnam) weakened the ... ... read more