Banteay Srei (or Banteay Srey) is a 10th century Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Located in the area of Angkor in Cambodia, it lies near the hill of Phnom Dei, 25 km (15 miles) north-east of the main group of temples that once belonged to the medieval capitals of Yasodharapura and Angkor Thom.

The drive to the temple from Sieam Reap brought me back memory of my school days cycling from Thumpalai, Nellandai, Point Pedro to Vallipuram Temple and the Palmyra trees all along the road swaying in the ... (more)