Ta Prohm has been left closer to the way it was found, with only support work carried our to prevent further collapse. It's the place used to film Tomb Raider among other movies. Next we checked out Banteay Kdei which is similar in design but much quieter, biked past the brick built Pre Rup and spent some time in Ta Som with it's tree taking over the east gate. Neak Pean is a pleasant spot for a rest while Preah Khan is one of the best restored complexes and a fine end to the "grand tour". From here we biked back through Angkor Thom and raced the susnset to Angkor Wat where Tim climbed quickly enough to see the sunset from the top (more spectacular than the pictures convey). We had to ride back 7km (4 miles) in the dark but it was a great day. Click here for part one of the pictures.
November 29th: Angkor pt II
To follow our path there is a good map with desciptions of the various locations here
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Ta Prohm
The most famous tree in Angkor
Tracy was busy silk shopping while I photographed Ta Prohm
Banteay Kdei
Pre Rup
Ta Som
Now that's a tree!
Neak Pean
A peaceful and beautiful spot
Horse statue
Preah Khan
Eastern approach
Angkor once had complex drainage systems. Their breakdown over the centuries mean monsoon rain now threatens to undermine many buildings
Reminded me of an English country church
Another unique building, almost Roman looking
Part of the old drainage
Angkor Thom at sunset
Angkor Wat
You can view the complex from a tethered ballon (in the distance)
Angkor Wat has the finest carvings
Click here for page 1 from Angkor
© Tim Cooke 2006
