Prasat Suor Prat

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The object depicted in the image is made of the following material(s): laterite

Information about the creation of the object depicted in the image: Early 13th century

Information about the restoration of the object depicted in the image: 1955-58

The twelve identical Suor Prat Towers are arranged in a row, six on either side of the road leading to the Gate of Victory, lining the east side of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom. Their function is still unclear, although various theories have been proposed. It is likely that they served as shrines, although not necessarily housing Hindu deities.

Source for information about the object depicted in the image: Freeman M. and C. Jacques. Ancient Angkor. London: Thames and Hudson, 1999. Jacques, Claude. Angkor: Cities and Temples. London: Thames and Hudson, 1997.

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