A temple near Siem Reap, Cambodia, Ta Prohm was constructed in the late 12th and early 13th centuries during the reign of King Jayavarman VII. Originally named Rajavihara, it served as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and a center of learning dedicated to the king’s mother. The temple is designed in the Bayon style and is located about one kilometre east of Angkor Thom, on the southern edge of the East Baray.
The site is notable for the large trees growing among the ruins, with roots intertwining through the stone structures. This combination of architecture and nature illustrates the temple’s long history and gradual reclamation by the surrounding jungle. The temple’s layout includes courtyards, galleries, and towers, reflecting its religious and educational functions.
