Buddha Statue Torso Found at Angkor Temple Complex

Archaeologists have discovered the torso of a Buddha statue at Cambodia's Angkor temple complex, a significant find as it matches a head found in 1927. The statue, dating back to the 12th or 13th century, was unearthed at the Ta Prohm Temple along with 29 fragments believed to belong to the same statue. The torso is adorned with a robe, sash, and jewelry, featuring a unique left-hand gesture across the chest, which is uncommon in Khmer art. An optical electronic scan confirmed the torso and head are a match, and only the right hand is missing. Archaeologists plan to seek permission to reattach the head and torso for public display. The Angkor site, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a major tourist attraction and an important archaeological site in Southeast Asia.