Prasat Muang Tam 
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Prasat Muang Tam lies only 8 km (5 mi.) from Prasat Phanom Rung, but it is better to make a detour via Prakhon Chai. Take Highway 2075 from there southwards, following the signposts when leaving the town.
Although partly ruined, Prasat Muang Tam remains imposing. It dates from the 10th/11th c. and is surrounded by four laterite walls (115 m (377 ft) by 140 m (459 ft)). For centuries it was overgrown by dense jungle and was only uncovered in the mid-20th c.
The walls were interrupted by four gates (gopuram) in three parts, each placed centrally. The lintels have been partially retained and show finely detailed lively sculptures with scenes from Brahmin mythology.
The outer courtyard presents a pleasant picture, with a little imagination the size of the former site can be realized. There is an large L-shaped pond in each corner, each surrounded by a naga with a tall headshell.
Although partly ruined, Prasat Muang Tam remains imposing. It dates from the 10th/11th c. and is surrounded by four laterite walls (115 m (377 ft) by 140 m (459 ft)). For centuries it was overgrown by dense jungle and was only uncovered in the mid-20th c.
The walls were interrupted by four gates (gopuram) in three parts, each placed centrally. The lintels have been partially retained and show finely detailed lively sculptures with scenes from Brahmin mythology.
The outer courtyard presents a pleasant picture, with a little imagination the size of the former site can be realized. There is an large L-shaped pond in each corner, each surrounded by a naga with a tall headshell.
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