AMBIKA SONI DISCUSSES PROGRESS WITH CAMBODIAN TOURISM MINISTER
Gov't of India Press Information Bureau
After the successful completion of the Angkor Wat Project in Cambodia, the Cambodian Government has now assigned to the Archeological Survey of India another important project for restoration, the famous 12th Century “ Prasat Ta Prohm” Temple complex, built by King Jayavarman VII. The progress on this project was reviewed today by the Minister of Tourism & Culture, Smt. Ambika Soni and Minister of Tourism of Cambodia, Mr. Lay Prohas during a luncheon meeting, here today. The lunch was hosted by Smt. Soni in honour of the visiting dignitary.
The restoration work of Ta Prohm Temple complex, which is also situated in the Angkor Region and ranks high amongst the most important monuments of that area, is quite a challenging task as about 150 huge trees are growing in the complex and some of them are growing over the structures. Roots have penetrated the foundation and dislodged the stones of walls, vaults, towers etc.
Considering the complex nature of the conservation problems, ASI has carried out certain scientific studies and investigations related to soil mechanics, foundation, structural stability, hydrological, geo-technical, ground water aspects of this temple through experts in the respective disciplines. A number of specialized agencies have been assisting the ASI in the project. The areas identified for reconstruction are:- Eastern corridor of Third enclosure- Northern side; Southern corridor of Third enclosure- Eastern and Northern sides; Western corridor of Third Enclosure – Southern and Northern sides; Causeway connecting third and fourth enclosures on West; and Partial reconstruction of Dancing hall.
The two leaders also exchanged views on various aspects of promotion of tourism and cultural ties between the two countries, which exist since ancient times. Cambodia has also expressed its desire to have private investments from India, particularly in the field of tourism.
Mr. Prohas also underlined the need for having direct air connections between India and Cambodia. It is estimated that around 3000 tourists and visitors come to India every year while the number of Cambodians coming to India is around 600 per year. The Minister also extended an invitation to Smt. Soni and senior officials of the Ministry to visit Cambodia. Mr. Prohas is currently in India to promote Cambodian tourism as reciprocal to similar promotion efforts by Government of India in Cambodia in October, 2005.
Gov't of India Press Information Bureau
After the successful completion of the Angkor Wat Project in Cambodia, the Cambodian Government has now assigned to the Archeological Survey of India another important project for restoration, the famous 12th Century “ Prasat Ta Prohm” Temple complex, built by King Jayavarman VII. The progress on this project was reviewed today by the Minister of Tourism & Culture, Smt. Ambika Soni and Minister of Tourism of Cambodia, Mr. Lay Prohas during a luncheon meeting, here today. The lunch was hosted by Smt. Soni in honour of the visiting dignitary.
The restoration work of Ta Prohm Temple complex, which is also situated in the Angkor Region and ranks high amongst the most important monuments of that area, is quite a challenging task as about 150 huge trees are growing in the complex and some of them are growing over the structures. Roots have penetrated the foundation and dislodged the stones of walls, vaults, towers etc.
Considering the complex nature of the conservation problems, ASI has carried out certain scientific studies and investigations related to soil mechanics, foundation, structural stability, hydrological, geo-technical, ground water aspects of this temple through experts in the respective disciplines. A number of specialized agencies have been assisting the ASI in the project. The areas identified for reconstruction are:- Eastern corridor of Third enclosure- Northern side; Southern corridor of Third enclosure- Eastern and Northern sides; Western corridor of Third Enclosure – Southern and Northern sides; Causeway connecting third and fourth enclosures on West; and Partial reconstruction of Dancing hall.
The two leaders also exchanged views on various aspects of promotion of tourism and cultural ties between the two countries, which exist since ancient times. Cambodia has also expressed its desire to have private investments from India, particularly in the field of tourism.
Mr. Prohas also underlined the need for having direct air connections between India and Cambodia. It is estimated that around 3000 tourists and visitors come to India every year while the number of Cambodians coming to India is around 600 per year. The Minister also extended an invitation to Smt. Soni and senior officials of the Ministry to visit Cambodia. Mr. Prohas is currently in India to promote Cambodian tourism as reciprocal to similar promotion efforts by Government of India in Cambodia in October, 2005.
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