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Ta Som Review

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Saint Sword Temple, Tasson Temple and Bandaikotti were all built during the period of Vanyebama VII, with similar architectural styles. There was also a Khmer smile above the tower gate. The goddess reliefs here have various postures and different looks and dresses. Having combed hair and looking in the mirror, they have a strong sense of life, which is worth looking at carefully. There are also traces of the mixing of Hindu and Buddhist elements in the temples. In order to consolidate their rule, rulers of different times switched between the two doctrines, so the function of temples was adjusted accordingly. Some of the gods and fairies'heads were chiseled into Buddha heads, and some Buddha statues were transformed into Hindu gods. Now look at it and feel something different.

Ta Som

Posted: Feb 24, 2017
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  • Dr BP
    4/5Excellent

    Ta Som is one of the secondary type temples in Angkor. Still very impressive on its own, but tends to be skipped by many people. Go right through to the back to see a Ta Phrom type tree holding up the temple.

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    Posted: Dec 8, 2023
  • KimPS
    5/5Outstanding

    Although Ta Som is part of the Grand Tour, it is frequently skipped by tourists who are more interested in visiting the better-known sites in the park. If you choose to visit this often-overlooked temple, you will be well rewarded for the effort.

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    Posted: Oct 14, 2023
  • KimPS
    5/5Outstanding

    The whole structure of this temple was built from sandstone and laterite, and surrounded by a moat enclosed by three laterite walls. As with neighboring sites Preah Khan Temple and Neak Poan Temple, very little restoration work has been done on Ta Som Temple.

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    Posted: Oct 14, 2023
  • KimPS
    5/5Outstanding

    Ta Som Temple is a small temple where is located in Angkor archaeological park, about 18 kilometers from the Siem Reap city. This temple was built in the end of 12th century to the early 13th century by King Jayavarman VII.

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    Posted: Oct 14, 2023
  • TimentoDiver
    5/5Outstanding

    Ta Som, a 12th century temple located in the Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap, is a great place for photography. The temple is surrounded by lush vegetation and is home to a variety of birds and other wildlife, making it a great spot for nature photography. The temple itself is also a great subject for photography, with its intricate carvings and detailed architecture.

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    Posted: Jun 5, 2023
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