Ever since a svelte Angelina Jolie sashayed into Ta Phrom, the exotic lost city has caught the composite imagination of the West. What is unique about this temple, however, is that it hasn't been restored significantly since its discovery amidst the jungles, and most of its incredible artwork is still clothed by a veneer of moss and the green shadows from the sunlight filtering through the leafy heavens above.


Video: The highly atmospheric Ta Phrom.



The ubiquitous faces make their appearance here as well Abhi had his own variety of fun with the stones strewn around As always, one finds intricate carvings hidden amidst the ruins, including (incredibly!), a stegosaur at one venue










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