Prasat Mueang Kao

It is situated within the compound of Wat Prang Mueang Kao, Tambon Khorat, 3 kilometres from Prasat Mueang Khaek. It can be noticed that the entrance of the temple was constructed similar to the city gate of old Khorat Town and there is a replica Monument of Thao Suranari (Khunying Mo or Ya Mo). Prasat Mueang Kao is a small-size ancient remain made of laterite and sandstone with a rectangular plan, facing towards the east. It is a religious site of the Mahayana sect of Buddhism in the Arogayasala (nursing home) category which was constructed after the command of King Jayavarman VII, the last great king of the ancient Khmer Empire. It was built during 1181-1220. It comprises a main prang on a square base with 12 redented corners and a Bannalai (Library) structure at the right front corner, surrounded with a boundary wall and an entrance archway at the front. Outside the wall lies a pond in a rectangular shape lined with laterite. However, at present, there remains only a long line of soil rise similar to a wall. Those interested in the story of the lintels and artefacts discovered in these three sanctuaries can visit the Phimai National Museum. The entry fee is 50 Baht.