An Ancient Realm

Impressive temples of intricate structure and detailed

carvings and architecture dating back to the 7th century,

(even earlier) are a remarkable impression of Khmer history.

One of countless bas-reliefs carvings.
This one portrays someone being checked for head lice.

Bas-reliefs adorn the temple walls, portraying stories

of daily life events during the ancient Khmer Empire.

Absorbing the sunrise beyond Angkor Wat is no doubt
one of the most exquisite sights I have witnessed.
To be honest, it would have to be on even par with Ayers Rock.

Overwhelmed, I meandered through the majestic
Angkor Wat - largest religious monument in the world.
Ascending to the highest levels via countless flights of stairs
and passing through endless door and passage ways
within walls of colossal sculptured stone blocks.

Never forget the warm, broad smile of this Monk
who blessed me at Angkor Wat

I admired the four smiling faces carved in
vast towers of stone blocks in the Bayon temple,
situated in Angkor Thom (Great Royal City)
I believe the four faces represent
compassion,sympathy, equanimity and charity 

Amazing, no matter from what angle I stared

into the eyes of any one of the stone faces,

they were looking and smiling back at me.

Imposing, snaking roots of trees growing through ancient
ruins of Ta Prohm has signified it as one of the most
favourite temples in Angkor.
Also renowned as the location where the movie
'Tomb Raider' was filmed.
Photographers and writers are imaginatively inspired by
Ta Prohm's enchantment, - though I believe no words
or images can verify its natural, raw beauty.