PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia

PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia
PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia
PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia
PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia
PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia
PHOTOS: Ancient Temple Torn by Border Fight in Asia
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Thai troops guard a Buddhist pagoda near Preah Vihear temple on July 20, 2008.

Preah Vihear is a remote, cliff top temple perched on the edge of a high plateau that offers staggering views over the verdant Cambodian plains.

The complex's Hindu characteristics (it is dedicated to Shiva) are more akin to Cambodian cultural sites like the legendary Angkor complex—but the most accessible entrance to the site is through Thailand.

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