• From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Hindu temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Prasat Suor Prat. Four towers of Prasat Suor Prat.
  • Prasat Suor Prat literally translates to “towers of the rope dancers”. The purpose of the towers is not known.
  • Prasat Suor Prat. Date of Construction: Early 13th century C.E. Religious Affiliation: Hinduism.
  • But you should have a valid Angkor ticket available when exploring this central part of Angkor Thom. Below is the glimpse of Prasat Suor Prat in 360o viewing
  • Prasat Suor Prat is a series of twelve temple towers spanning north to south lining the eastern side of a royal square in Angkor Thom, dedicated to Buddha, near...
  • Prasat Suor Prat Towers were likely built in early 13th century during the reign of king Indravarman II. Their exact purpose is unknown and left for speculation.
  • The name Prasat Suor Prat means "towers of the rope dancers", a modern description that is rooted more in popular belief than fact.
  • Because of this legend many of the tuk tuk drivers believe it's bad luck to visit Prasat Suor Prat and this is why you will see them parked a safe distance away from...
  • It’s thought that the 12 towers of Prasat Suor Prat were built at some point in the late 12th century or the early 13th century by King Jayavarman VII.
  • Prasat Suor Prat is located within Angkor Thom, on the right (east) side of the road that runs between the North Gate and the Bayon.
  • …Or as reception hall for the King’s guests A more likely theory is the Prasat Suor Prat towers were used as reception halls to receive important guests of the King.
  • Prasat Suor Prat is a series of twelve towers spanning north to south lining the eastern side of a royal square in Angkor Thom, near the town of Siem Reap...
  • Uchida et al, 2005, Estimation of the construction period of Prasat Suor Prat. Akazawa et al, 2019, Architectural masonry features of Prasat Suor Prat.