Prasat Sikhoraphum
Temple 11th-century Khmer temple with intricate sandstone carvings.
Prasat Sikhoraphum in Surin province presents 12th-century Khmer brick towers with carved lintels and bas-reliefs. Travelers include temple photographers and students of Khmer art, often combining the site with other regional ruins.
Prasat Sikhoraphum is a Khmer-era temple complex located near Sikhoraphum town in Surin province, northeastern Thailand. It dates to the late 12th to early 13th century and reflects Khmer architectural and decorative styles.
The site comprises brick and laterite towers with sandstone elements and contains sculpted lintels, doorways and bas-reliefs that show classical Khmer motifs. The complex is accessible to visitors and is an important regional example of Khmer temple architecture outside Cambodia.
Built during the period of Khmer influence in the region, the temple was originally constructed for Hindu rituals and later adapted to Buddhist use over subsequent centuries.
The temple sits close to Sikhoraphum town in Surin province, on the northeastern Thai plain where Khmer cultural remains are concentrated.
- Sculptural detail: Contains carved lintels and bas-reliefs typical of Khmer temple architecture, visible on the surviving towers and doorways.
How to Get to Prasat Sikhoraphum #
Prasat Sikhoraphum is near Sikhoraphum town in Surin province. The site is reachable by road from Surin city (about 30-40 km); public buses and local songthaews serve the area, or hire a car/taxi from Surin for a day trip.
Tips for Visiting Prasat Sikhoraphum #
- Arrive early to avoid the midday heat and to capture morning light on the sandstone carvings.
- Bring a hat and sun protection - the temple complex is exposed and shade is limited.
- Look closely for the Khmer-style lintels and bas-reliefs that are often overlooked by hurried visitors.
Best Time to Visit Prasat Sikhoraphum #
The cool season (November-February) is the most comfortable and popular time to visit.
Weather & Climate near Prasat Sikhoraphum #
Prasat Sikhoraphum's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 17°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1347 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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