Magis Temple Siem Reap
Temple complex surrounding the small town of Siem Reap is now no longer hidden. Now, all people have friends who've never climbed the towers of Angkor Wat. De facto, become the main temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia.
Towers visible in the middle of the Cambodian flag and the national beer labels, Angkor Beer. But there are hundreds of temples in Siem Reap, either already damaged or that are still maintained. Unless you are visiting for several weeks, no way you can see all the temples. Here are the three most favorite temple that I recommend to you visit. I did not include Angkor Wat for two reasons: 1) It's not my favorite, and 2) That a large temple complex with a complex history and significant, so you can not miss it.
Bayon
Bayon Temple is known as the Front (Temple of Faces). When you visit it, will very easily find out the reason behind the name - while climbing the steep stone steps toward the holy temple, hundreds of faces will look in your direction.
Although they seem to smile, I feel there is a little dangerous weather, as if waiting for makers of stone statues were to walk back from the forest. Although many temples were destroyed, it is still easy to imagine the incredible sight when the complex was first built - the house really worth the earth for the gods.
Banteay Srei
During the first ten minutes at Banteay Srei, you will continue to stare amazed intricate carvings on every inch the rock, wondering what exactly is it made of wood. Even with today's technology, almost unbelievable that the intricate patterns and details on the statue could be made in stone. This temple, unlike the others, made of red sandstone that is more easily carved and give reddish gold hue on the complex.
Most of the entrance and the tower of the temple are still preserved and intact condition (be careful of your head because the doors are quite short!), but some sculpture at the side of the staircase is actually a replica. Original statue is stolen or has been stored in museums. If there is an art contest, Banteay Srei will win easily because of the originality and attention to detail.
Ta Prohm
If you ever watch Tomb Raider, some movie scenes that take place in the temple of Ta Prohm, do not need special effects to give the impression of sinister and surreal. Temple complex is located in a state of near-collapse. For centuries, rooted tree on the temple walls. The conservationists temple let the trees because, so it has its roots, strengthen the construction of the temple tree. If omitted, then the remaining temple will collapse.
Ta Prohm has a magical effect similar to the Bayon, it feels like anyone who built the temple or to live there were out briefly for a walk, and for exploring the spaces hidden temple is a violation. Find a quiet corner, relax and feel the mystical Ta Prohm.
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