Ta Som is the most distant temple on the Grand Circuit. Small but classic, this Jayavarman VII temple consists of a relatively flat enclosure with towers much like the temple of Ta Prohm yet on a much smaller scale. The execution of the apsara carvings is better than many of the other late 12th century works, many of them showing an uncommon individuality in their faces and bodies. A huge tree grows from the top of the east gopura (gate), it is slowly destroying the gate but it makes for a classic photo opportunity. It is best photographed in the early morning when the sun is low from the outside of the enclosure.