Ta Prohm Kel, Siem Reap

Buddhist Temple in Siem Reap

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Ta Prohm Kel is a small, ruined sandstone monument located within Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap Province, Cambodia.

Ta Prohm Kel was one of 102 hospital chapels constructed by King Jayavarman VII across his empire, many of which were already in existence. The sanctuary faces east and features false doors on the remaining three sides. It was preceded by a small sandstone gopura (gateway), traces of which can still be seen to the east. The temple’s decoration follows the style of the Bayon, with carvings of devatas (celestial spirits) and small roundels enclosing figures. Additionally, a somasutra (a channel for draining lustral water) runs through the north wall of the sanctuary.

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4.5 (259)

Prohm Kel Temple in Angkor is a small, free-to-visit ruin set amid wooded surroundings where ancient stone and dramatic tree roots intertwine; visitors praise wandering its many nooks and crannies, enjoying carved details, the sense of nature merging with the temple, occasional local musicians, and say a quick look takes about 5–10 minutes though some wish for more time to explore.

Ilya Lebedev

2 weeks ago

"Most of the reviews and photos here are not related to this place. This is NOT a "Tomb Raider" temple. Tomb Raider was shot in Ta Phrom (which is notthat far). This temple is pretty small, free for visit and only takes 5-10 minutes to take a look around...."

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Eidolon Chase (Chase)

a year ago

"Really enjoyed visiting this temple. Gives you the best of both worlds. The beautiful woods and temples. There are soo many nooks and cra ies, eachsection more beautiful then the previous. You truly ca ot run out of things to see here. Wish we had a little more time to visit it a second time. Also for the Tomb Raider lovers, seeing the key pieces can feel a little surreal. Make sure you put on your explorative hat and really go looking around...."

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Rahul Anand

a year ago

"After Angkor wat the most famous temple ,this is the temple where some scenes of Lara Craft Tomb Raider was shot,not in good condition butrestoration is going on with the collaboration of Archaeological Survey of India...."

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The Ta Prohm Kel appears in our Complete Guide to Visiting Siem Reap!

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