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Strangler fig trees and creeping lichens devour ruins at Ta Prohm
Filename: 971_07_KH031132A.jpg
Size: 3744 x 5616 (18.8MB)
Date: 23rd February 2010
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Ref:031
City: Siem Reap
County: Siem Reap
Country: Cambodia
© Godong/UIG
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Strangler fig trees and creeping lichens devour ruins at Ta Prohm
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Media ID 9647629
© Godong/UIG
Angkor Archeology Buddhism Buddhist Cambodia Khmer
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Pascal Deloche, we are transported to the mystical ruins of Ta Prohm in Cambodia. The image showcases the relentless power of nature as strangler fig trees and creeping lichens gracefully devour the ancient temple, creating an awe-inspiring sight that blends spirituality, archaeology, and natural beauty. The towering Strangler fig trees with their intricate root systems intertwine with the weathered stones of the ruins, symbolizing a harmonious coexistence between man-made structures and Mother Nature's unyielding force. As they engulf the remnants of human architecture, these majestic trees remind us of our impermanence and insignificance in comparison to nature's timeless existence. Amidst this ethereal scene stands a woman, her presence adding depth to the photograph. Perhaps she is an archeologist or simply a visitor seeking solace within these sacred grounds. Her silhouette against the backdrop of crumbling walls evokes a sense of reverence for history and faith. Ta Prohm exudes an aura of spirituality deeply rooted in its Buddhist heritage. It serves as a reminder that even amidst decay and destruction, there is still beauty to be found - both in physical form through architectural marvels and spiritually through one's connection with something greater than themselves. Deloche's masterful composition captures not only a moment frozen in time but also invites contemplation on themes such as impermanence, resilience, and humanity's place within nature's grand design. This print from Universal Images Group (
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