Dave went to get a haircut, so I'm having some major computer uploading time...Here are some photos from temple trampling about a month ago. We spent three days exploring a handful of the 200+ temples around Siem Reap.
Shiva or Vishnu in Angkor Wat. A cleansing ceremony with a female my age was taking place...not sure the details.
The infamous Angkor Wat. Am I a tourist or "Wat?" Funny, eh? This is the first time that the top portion of the temple has been closed to the public with massive reconstruction going on...bummer. I guess we couldn't pretend to be gods and look over the empire. Maybe next time!
This was actually a Buddha in a temple/pagoda/caves outside of Battambang. It was literally larger than an 18 wheeler on the top of a hill. They were collecting money to build a bigger one...I guess all practicing religion is the same. The huge church, temple, Buddha, shrine isn't big enough. We need more money to build a bigger one. Just doesn't quite make sense in my opinion!
Honestly, I can't remember the name of this temple. I should know it, as this is a famous shot which has appeared in all the huge magazines, including National Geographic. The temple is known for the massive, invasive roots, which are reclaiming the stone as it's own and digesting it back into the jungle. All I remember is that I had a fever that day and Dave guided me/dragged me around.
Bayon. My favorite temple to date. Lots of heads. More heads. Most peacefully smiling as they protect their surrounding lands.
Attempting to look as peaceful. I didn't pull it off. I'm still practicing.
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