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There is a peculiar Greek-style two-story temple - the Temple of the Holy Sword

The Temple of the Holy Sword has four arched corridors extending in four directions from the central sanctuary. Many of the vaults have collapsed, and there are many exquisite carvings on the walls inside the temple. Many of them have been preserved to this day, including sages and fairies. On the right side of the fifth gate, there is a mirror-dancing girl carved on the wall, which is the only unique one in all the bas-reliefs of Angkor. At the west gate, you can hardly see any natural wonders, but on the outside of the east gate, there are two ancient trees growing on the side of the protective wall. The huge roots are entwined together, and the branches are towering into the clouds. There is also a peculiar Greek-style two-story building on the east gate, which is said to be used to store the holy sword. Its round pillars are Mediterranean architectural style, and it looks like a product from Athens.
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Posted: Feb 2, 2024
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