We began our exploration by visiting the centrepiece, Bayon, of the ancient city, Angkor Thom. The Bayon holds 54 towers decorated with more than 200 enigmatically smiling stone faces. Angkor Thom was established in the late 12th century and was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire.
Sofie went nose to nose with one of the many smiling faces and Dave was most impressed with the story of the King and his 5000 concubines (topless). Angkor Thom and Bayon photos here.
From here we continued on to visit the jungle temple, Ta Prohm. Ta Prohm has been left in much the same condition in which it was found, with a combination of trees and jungle growing out of the ruins.
We enjoyed the best atmosphere in a peaceful way. Ta Prohm photos here.
At this point Jayden was getting, let's say "tired," and it was decided that we'd have lunch and take him back to the hotel for the afternoon. I stayed with him whilst Dave and Sofie went to see the masterpieces in the South East Asia Angkor Wat Temple.
Dave took this one for Rob :)
As the best preserved temple, Angkor Wat is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation in the early 12th century. The temple has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and is the country's prime attraction for visitors.
Angkor Wat photos here.
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