Ascending Angkor Wat by Moebius87

Photography • Architecture • posted on May 15, 2006

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A very hastily taken photograph of one of the five towers of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap province, Cambodia. This was shot after a very shakey ascent up one of the oldest and steepest stone staircases I have ever climbed. Even after almost 900 years, constructed during the reign of Suryavarman (1112-1152), this religious shrine has not lost its power to humble and inspire. Thank you very much for taking the time to view this photograph.

Comments (34)

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sirvictor

9:22AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Great picture. Woderful building.

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CarolSassy

9:24AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

It looks awesome to me. I bet there are still loads of people that come to visit there. Thanks for the look/see! V (:

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lahavana

9:27AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

that time-stained stone is soooo beautiful! i so wish i could touch one, just to see what it feels like... excellent shot, my friend :)

AlleyKatArt

9:30AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Your photo gives me a glimpse into what this beautiful temple once was like.

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Mondwin

9:31AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Wonderful and superb shot!!!!bravo!V:DDD.Hugsxx

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lgp692000

9:43AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

One of the places I have always wanted to see first hand. Any picture of it makes me want to go even more. Thanks for sharing it. Mark

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Dobbelcheese

9:53AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Hmm.. Is that where Colonel Kurtz hid?

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Svarg

10:08AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

I see there's a bench at the top to rest. lol! Beautiful shot of great structure! Thanks for bringing it to us!

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claudialee

10:14AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Beautiful photo. Just to think that this has stood strong and bold for so many years. Great Job. HUGS!!!

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Moebius87

10:22AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Thank you all very much for your comments. I hope to post a few more images of Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Phrom over the next few days. My wife and I spent our belated honeymoon among these ancient ruins... and we had a most excellent time!

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Eugenius

10:47AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Beautiful picture; well taken. They don't build them like this anymore.

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Modulok

10:50AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Always impressive to see relics of the ancient world. It's difficult to imagine their day to day lives. Thanks for sharing. Funny though, to most of us 900 years is ancient. But when you sit down and really ponder it....it wasn't that long ago.

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spetzarv

11:05AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Wow! this is one of the few places in the world i want to go. Thanks for sharing i hope there's more on the way.

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-GaWa-

11:43AM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Intimidating yet calming. It is fantastic to see this temple still stands/dominates, despite the elements and invasions from the Thais and the Vietnamese. I am always a big fan of your architectural/historical photos Moe. Cheers :o)

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jcv2

12:45PM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Impressive capture of this ancient shrine still looking so well! Terrific work!

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daeve

12:54PM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Fabulous photo! Such magical places; I can see how you had a most excellent time. :-) You can almost hear the ancient chants and mantra. Take care my friend!

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ElorOnceDark

1:11PM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Wow! Very impressive Moe! That camera angle really gives you a feel for how steep those steps really are! I'm sure nothing like being there, huffing and puffing, (that would be me) but impressive none the less!

ChuckEvans

1:31PM | Mon, 15 May 2006

LOL...when I first saw it, I thought it was Pimai in Thailand (near the great "monkey village".

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SoaLD

3:04PM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Great pic! thanks for sharing Moe!

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Darkmagi

3:15PM | Mon, 15 May 2006

Great photo Moe, love the shot you're taking of temples. Cant get to them myself but at least knowing the person taking the photos they have a bit more of a personal touch than those in books.

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