Ta Som Temple (Prasat Ta Som)

Ta Som, a smaller temple in the Angkor Wat complex, was built by King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century. Nestled in Cambodia, this site is particularly scenic due to its overgrown state, with the roots of a strangling fig tree enveloping its photogenic gateway, or gopura. The inner sanctuary features towers adorned with faces, similar to those found at the more famous Bayon. Visitors can explore the temple’s serene and atmospheric ruins, experiencing a sense of discovery as they navigate through the lush, encroaching vegetation.