Temple · Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm is the modern name of a temple near the city of Siem Reap, Cambodia, approximately one kilometre east of Angkor Thom and on.
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Landmark facts
| Location | Siem Reap, Cambodia |
|---|---|
| Type | Temple |
| Coordinates | 13.4350° N, 103.8892° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Ta Prohm is known for
Ta Prohm is the modern name of a temple near the city of Siem Reap, Cambodia, approximately one kilometre east of Angkor Thom and on.
About Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm is the modern name of a temple near the city of Siem Reap, Cambodia, approximately one kilometre east of Angkor Thom and on the southern edge of the East Baray. It was built in the Bayon style largely in the late 12th century and early 13th century and was originally called Rajavihara. It was founded by the Khmer King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and center of learning dedicated to his mother.
History
In 1186 A.D., Jayavarman VII embarked on a massive program of construction and public works. Rajavihara ("monastery of the king"), today known as Ta Prohm ("ancestor Brahma"), was one of the first temples founded pursuant to that program. The stele commemorating the foundation gives a date of 1186 A.D.
How to get there
| Nearest town | Siem Reap |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Angkor International Airport (REP) |
| Distance from the airport | 5.3 miles (straight line) |
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- Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (SAI) · Siem Reap, Cambodia · 22.9 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ta Prohm?
Ta Prohm is the modern name of a temple near the city of Siem Reap, Cambodia, approximately one kilometre east of Angkor Thom and on.
Where is Ta Prohm located?
Ta Prohm is in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Its coordinates are 13.4350° N, 103.8892° E.
How do I get to Ta Prohm?
The nearest town is Siem Reap, and the nearest airport is Angkor International Airport (REP), about 5.3 miles away (straight line).
What is the history of Ta Prohm?
In 1186 A.D., Jayavarman VII embarked on a massive program of construction and public works. Rajavihara ("monastery of the king"), today known as Ta Prohm ("ancestor Brahma"), was one of the first temples founded pursuant to that program.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ta_Prohm — Wikipedia article — overview, history and core facts (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q592846 — Wikidata — built year, architect, height/size, visitors, official website (CC0).
- https://github.com/jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports — Nearest major airport computed from landmark and airport coordinates (haversine); airport list: jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports.
Page last updated 13 November 2026.