Prasat Kamphaeng Yai, Khmer temple in Si Sa Ket Province, Thailand
Prasat Kamphaeng Yai is a Khmer temple in Si Sa Ket Province with brick walls decorated with sandstone carvings and ornamental pillars. The complex rises from a laterite foundation and contains three principal prasats that form the core of the site.
The temple was built between the late 16th and early 17th century as a Shiva sanctuary following Angkor architectural traditions. This period marked a significant phase of Khmer building practices in the region.
The temple features inscriptions dedicated to Phra Pruettasawara, a name for Shiva, showing how Hindu deities were honored within the Khmer tradition. This religious devotion is visible in the stone carvings and the way the sanctuary is organized.
The temple is accessible year-round, and visitors can take time to examine the sandstone carvings and pillar details closely. Guided tours are available to help explain the architectural features and tell the story of the site.
The complex displays an unusual layout with two rectangular Banalais at the front and an additional prasat toward the south. This asymmetrical design sets it apart from typical Khmer temples built with symmetrical arrangements.
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