Restoration team expresses happiness after seeing Takav gate of Angkor Thom stand strong again

via Khmer Times, 10 March 2023: Workers who participated in the restoration of the Takav Gate, one of the five gates of Angkor Thom expressed their happiness and pride for preserving their ancient heritage.

Architects, archaeologists, and workers who participated in the renovation of the Takav gate of Angkor Thom expressed their happiness after seeing this ancient gate, which showed its unique beauty and longevity.

Han Mach, 66, a resident of North Sras Srang village, who has been involved in the renovation of many temples in the Angkor area with the APSARA National Authority for more than 20 years, said that initially the Takav gate was damaged in many parts, such as stones falling apart from the top of the Brahma faces, three-headed elephant statues, the statues of Deva and Asura on the causeway.

She said happily that when the restoration project was completed, the Takav gate was so beautiful that it was almost unbelievable. “This work was very valuable because she has contributed to preserving our ancient Khmer temples.”

Source: Restoration team expresses happiness after seeing Takav gate of Angkor Thom stand strong again – Khmer Times