Entrance the the Baphuon

Just to the left of Bayon is temple-mountain known as Baphuon. It was built in the middle of the 11th century. The Baphuon largely a work in progress. It seemed the ancient Khmers failed in designing this temple properly such that it collapsed under its own weight.

Different Angle

What a pity, since it was supposed to be part of the center of the city of Angkor Thom. I’m sure that the ancient Khmers had grand plans for it. However, modern Khmers with the help of the international community is setting out on reconstructing the the Baphuon as it was meant to be. However, this will definitely they a long time to finish.

Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces

The original design seemed to allow for pools upon entering the Baphuon complex, however water now it not to be seen now. It must have been an impressive sight when it was built, before it collapsed, of course.

Through the Trees

Unfortunately, the reconstruction of Baphuon also means that a significant portion of the temple is inaccessible. Significant portion is inaccessible also means that there are portions which are accessible. We didn’t bother going in the temple anymore since the whole thing is under construction, who know when it might start collapsing again.

Just beyond the main temple building itself are some pieces of the jigsaw puzzle, just waiting for someone to piece is back together again.

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