The Smile of 'Tomb Raider' - Ta Som Temple

Ta Som Temple is one of the main filming locations of the movie 'Tomb Raider'. The scene of the East Tower Gate entangled with ancient trees and the vivid goddess reliefs in the temple still leave a deep impression. There is an entrance on each side of the temple, which are cross-shaped stone tower gates. Each side of the stone tower is carved with a Buddha face, similar to the four-faced Buddha on the gate of the Royal City. Among them, the porch of the entrance on the east side is wrapped in huge tree roots, as if being swallowed, which is a major feature of Ta Som Temple. At the west entrance, you can see the figure carvings above the door hole. Some people guess that it is General Ta Som, that is, the temple built for General Ta Som.