Cultural Triangle 07/11/2011
The relentless jungle had swallowed up these clusters of fortresses, stupas, temples, reservoirs, gardens and palaces, built in the first half of the Christian era. Rediscovered after centuries of neglect, they’ve been added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. These ruins sit beyond time and testimony while touts, shills, hawkers, tuk-tuk drivers and beggars encamp in their periphery. |