The Trifecta of Temples


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November 23rd 2009
Published: November 23rd 2009
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The Big Ones Today was the trifecta of Angkor temples: Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, and the iconic Angkor Wat. It goes without saying that because these three are on every visitor's A-list, crowds are inevitable. The tour buses disgorge pods of Japanese, Chinese, French, British, and every other nationality tourists, each one clutching their i-phone, digital point-and-shoot, or massive Nikon with eno... Read Full Entry



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Sandstone-cutting machinery for restoring the temple.
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A huge jig-saw puzzle
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20-year plan for restoration
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Apsaras (dancers)
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Unusual pose with feet extended instead of at right angles to body.
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False Window Detail



24th November 2009

Journey's End?
Sad to read your wrap up, as it means the end of your fantastic blog. I'm showing the family the album of pix from Angkor Wat, and we're just glad to see more than the iconic shot. Have a safe trip back.

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