Tomb Raider Collection

Giovanni Battista Belzoni, Italian explorer and antiquity seeker, c1860. From 1815 Belzoni (1778-1823) devoted himself to tomb robbing and exploration and excavation in Egypt

Ta Prohm Temple, Angkor Wat
Walls and building structures overgrown by tree roots at Ta Prohm temple at Angkor, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia

Ta Prohm temple, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
Ta Prohm temple, tangled in the roots of banyan trees.Jungle overgrowth at Ta Prohm Temple (Rajavihara), Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia

Doorway at Ta Prohm Temple, Rajaviharain or Jungle Temple, Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Overgrown doorway at Ta Prohm Temple, Ankor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Ta Prohm jungle temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ta Prohm jungle temple, Angkor, Siem Reap Province - Cambodia

Preah Khan Temple
Ornately carved doorways and windows entangled with giant banyon tree roots are a common sight in the 12th-century Preah Khan Temple at the northern edge of the Angkor Archeological Park

Four Grave Robbers awaken a Ghost (pen & Indian ink & wash on paper)
XKH179033 Four Grave Robbers awaken a Ghost (pen & Indian ink & wash on paper) by Werner, Joseph (1637-1710); 35.2x22.6 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

The ruin of Ta Prohm palace in black and white
The root of tree spread over the old ruin of Ta Prohm palace in black and white photography

Ta Prohm jungle temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ta Prohm temple, tangled in the roots of banyan trees.Jungle overgrowth at Ta Prohm Temple (Rajavihara), Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia

Ta Prohm jungle temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ta Prohm temple, tangled in the roots of banyan trees.Jungle overgrowth at Ta Prohm Temple (Rajavihara), Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia

Ta Prohm jungle temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ta Prohm temple, tangled in the roots of banyan trees.Jungle overgrowth at Ta Prohm Temple (Rajavihara), Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia

Tree on Stone Wall in Angkor Thom
A tree root becomes part of a stone wall in the Angkor Thom complex of ruins in the jungle near Siem Reap, Cambodia

Siam Reap, Cambodia. Just outside of Siam Reap, the UNESECO World Herritage site, Angkor Wat can easily be viewed

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"Giovanni Battista Belzoni: The Tomb Raider of his Time" Step into the world of adventure and antiquity with Giovanni Battista Belzoni, an Italian explorer and seeker of ancient treasures. In the mid-19th century, he embarked on a remarkable journey that would forever change our understanding of history. One of his most awe-inspiring discoveries was the Ta Prohm Temple in Angkor Wat, Siem Reap. This magnificent temple complex stood as a testament to the grandeur of the Khmer Empire. As Belzoni ventured through its intricate corridors and crumbling walls, he unraveled secrets hidden for centuries. The Doorway at Ta Prohm Temple beckons us into another realm – Rajaviharain or Jungle Temple. Its mystical aura transports us back to a time when nature intertwined with human creation, creating an ethereal atmosphere that captivates all who visit. Preah Khan Temple stands tall amidst lush greenery, whispering tales from its past. Belzoni's footsteps echo through these ancient ruins as we imagine him unearthing forgotten artifacts and deciphering their enigmatic messages. But not all adventures end well. Four Grave Robbers awaken a Ghost in one haunting illustration by Belzoni himself - pen & Indian ink & wash on paper come alive with eerie details that send shivers down our spines. In contrast to this ghostly encounter is the serene black and white image capturing the ruin of Ta Prohm palace. It serves as a reminder that even great empires can crumble over time but leave behind remnants worth exploring and cherishing. Join us on this expedition through time as we delve into the world of tomb raiders like Giovanni Battista Belzoni. Let his legacy inspire you to seek knowledge buried beneath layers of history while respecting these sacred sites that connect us to our past.