Phra Prang Sam Yot, Buddhist temple complex in Lopburi, Thailand.
Phra Prang Sam Yot is a temple complex in Lopburi featuring three tall Khmer-style stone towers as its centerpiece, with walls covered in detailed carved reliefs. The towers stand side by side and form the main structure, surrounded by smaller buildings and open areas for exploration.
The complex was built in the 13th century during the reign of King Jayavarman VII of the Khmer Empire as a Hindu sanctuary. It gradually shifted to Buddhist use while retaining its original stone towers and carved details.
The three towers reflect how Khmer and Thai architectural traditions merged in religious structures across this region. Stone carvings depicting deities and mythological tales cover the walls and are part of daily worship practices at the site.
The temple is open daily to visitors and can be explored on foot, though sturdy shoes are recommended for the uneven stone surfaces. A local guide available at the entrance can provide helpful explanations as you walk through the grounds.
Hundreds of free-roaming macaque monkeys inhabit the grounds and wander through the structures daily. This unexpected animal presence has led to an annual festival where the monkeys are fed fruits and food offerings.
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