23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Echoes of Time

Hidden deep within the Cambodian jungle, Preah Khan stands as a haunting reminder of the grandeur of the Khmer Empire. Moss and roots reclaim the temple stones, blurring the line between nature and human creation. In this silent embrace, the ruins breathe — each fallen statue and carved wall whispering stories of devotion, time, and resilience.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2024
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Camera: Canon EOS 6D Mark II
Copyright: © Antwan Janssen