Ta Prohm was slated to loose some of its iconic trees for safety reasons. According to a source collaborating with the APSARA Authority, the cuts won’t be as drastic at the organization originally feared…
Recently it was reported that Ta Prom, known as the Tomb Raider temple, was set to lose some of its picture perfect trees. After years of discussion, it seemed that the trees could no longer be maintained while insuring the structural integrity of the temple itself.
We, along with many others who count this gorgeous temple among their favourites, were gutted to learn that it could lose the trees that make it so recognizable. But now, 10 years after the original suggestion to lose the trees and a few months after the most recent call to cut it would seem authorities have found a compromise.
Angkor Tourism Management Plan secretary Marady Om has confirmed that after a UNESCO experts partnered with APSARA to assess Ta Prohm and found a solution that will leave most trees standing.
The team has removed a single tree which had toppled over, while the remainder of trees will be trimmed to ensure that they remain stable. Om said that plans to remove any more trees have been put on hold.
Good news for anyone who have the majestic foliage at Ta Prohm on their bucket list. That said we wouldn’t recommend that you leave seeing these amazing trees much longer!
Looking for more Treespiration in your life? Check out these pictures of ancient trees photographer Beth Moon who captures the beauty of not only the beauty Ta Prohm, but also of other magnificent trees from around the world.