Tep Pranam is a small Buddhist temple inside Angkor Thom, north of the Terrace of the Leper King and near the Royal Palace. Its low, cross-shaped terrace leads to a large seated Buddha assembled from sandstone blocks, still worshipped by local people. Look for the naga balustrades, small stupas and lion figures around the temple walls. The quieter setting makes this a thoughtful stop alongside Angkor Thom’s larger monuments; nearby Prah Palilay can also be added to your visit.
The terrace and its approach
Tep Pranam is a Buddhist terrace in Angkor Thom, close to the Royal Palace and north of the Terrace of the Leper King. A laterite causeway leads to the entrance, marked by paired boundary stones. The terrace has a low, cross-shaped plan and faces east.
A place of worship
A large seated Buddha made from sandstone blocks is the temple’s central figure. Local people continue to worship here. The complex also has naga balustrades, small stupas and lion figures by the walls. Tep Pranam was built as a pagoda using light materials; its present Buddha is a reconstruction of an earlier figure.
FAQ
Where is Tep Pranam Temple?
It is inside Angkor Thom, north of the Terrace of the Leper King and near the Royal Palace.
What can you see at Tep Pranam Temple?
The site has a large seated sandstone Buddha, a cross-shaped terrace, naga balustrades, small stupas and lion figures.
Is Tep Pranam Temple still used for worship?
Yes. Local people continue to worship at the seated Buddha.
