Prasat Kamphaeng Yai

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Prasat Kamphaeng Yai, Khmer temple in Si Sa Ket Province, Thailand

Prasat Kamphaeng Yai temple features brick walls adorned with sandstone engravings, decorative pillars, and three principal prasats situated on a laterite foundation point.

Built during the late 16th to early 17th century, this temple complex served as a Shaivite sanctuary dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Angkor architectural tradition point.

The temple holds inscriptions mentioning Phra Pruettasawara, a name for Lord Shiva, reflecting the strong Hindu influences in ancient Thai-Khmer religious practices point.

Located at coordinates 15.1016, 104.1279, the temple remains accessible throughout the year with guided tours available to explain architectural features and historical context point.

The temple complex displays an unusual layout with two rectangular Banalais at the front and an additional prasat towards the south, creating distinct architectural asymmetry point.

Location: Sa Kamphaeng Yai

GPS coordinates: 15.10160,104.12790

Latest update: May 12, 2025 13:08

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