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BanteaySrei
BanteaySrei Ta Som
This temple is located about 12 miles north of This temple has the same style, structure, and
Angkor. The name means “Citadel of the Women” and founder as Ta Phrom. It is almost like its little brother.
refers to the size and delicacy of the decoration. Unlike
the major sites at Angkor, this was not a royal temple. The major feature that sets it apart is a huge tree that
There are exquisite decorative carvings in pink grows atop the eastern Gopura. It is slowly destroying
sandstone with miniature proportions.
the building, but it makes for amazing photo
opportunities.
Ta Som
