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The Bayon, built one century after Angkor Wat, was dedicated from the beginning as a buddhist temple. Its 200 faces represent the Bodhisattva Avalokisesvara, thought by King Jayavarman VII to be his benefactor. While the bas-reliefs of Angkor are inspired by the Hindu mythology, some of those of the Bayon represent everyday life and historic events. Ta Promm, built by the same king, completes the Angkor experience by offering an impressive and nostalgic glimpse of the jungle taking repossesion of the site. The temple is mostly ruined, and has been left on purpose in the state where the explorer Henri Mouhot rediscovered it.

Angkor Wat is the most perfect of the Angkor temples. Built in monumental proportions on three levels, its symmetrical five tower layout symbolizes the peaks of Mount Meru and were designed to be a microcosm of the hindu universe. There is not only the grandeur, for every spot in the temple is ornemented with sculptures and bas-reliefs of wonderful detail. Monks from adjacent pagodas still conduct ceremonies in the site and tend to it, contributing to its excellent preservation, the best of any Angkor temples.

Angkor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Gate of temple complex. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Statues near the gates of the temple complex. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Large stone smiling faces on upper terrace, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Large stone faces occupying towers, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Enigmatic stone smiling face, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Serene and massive stone faces, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Bas reliefs, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Buddha image, swathed in reverence, with offerings, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Buddhist monk in doorway, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Girls in temple complex, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Girl hides in Ta Prom. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Buddhist monks in the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Boy hides in the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Boy climbs near-vertical staircase, Angkor Thom complex. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Boy sits next to large stone smiling faces, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Stone face invaded by vegetation, Angkor Thom complex. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Roots of giant bayan tree encroaching on ruins in Ta Prom. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Chamber, Ta Prom. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Corridor, Ta Prom. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Girl sits at the base of huge bayan tree encroaching on ruins in Ta Prom. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Boy and girl sit at window in Ta Prom. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Lotus pond. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Sunrise, Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Angkor Wat reflected in pond at sunrise. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Model of Angkor Wat found in Phnom Phen. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Inner towers of Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Pathway to Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Elegant young women near temple entrance. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Eterior deambulatory of Angkor Wat, all covered with bas-reliefs. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Exterior deambulatory of Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Two buddhist monks examine bas-reliefs in Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Buddhist monks sitting on steps, Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Two Buddhist monks in dark temple, Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Buddhist monks on stairs, Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Shadow patterns of circular columns projected on wall, Angkor Wat. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Kids playing, the Bayon. Angkor, Cambodia ( color) Incence vendor wearing traditional headcloth. Angkor, Cambodia ( color)
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