This structure, too, is a direct descendant of the Creek-cross Khmer temple composed of a square sanctuary with its domed Sikhara and the four porch-like antechambers attached to the sides of the cell.
These antechambers projecting from the main body of the building have two different elements: one formed by the mass attached to the walls of the cell, the other formed by the portal. The different heights of these two elements create a step-like contour.
The Thai Prasat is formed by a square central room and either three long and one short projecting wings and or four wings of the same length.
There are two distinct forms of timber superstructure of the Prasat. One retains the traditional Sikhara as a finial of the roofs; in this type, for the sake of tradition, the Sikhara which formerly was structural has become a mere decorative part of the building.
The other superstructure has the same form and same ornaments as the Mondop many superimposed horizontal low storeys and at about one third of the total height of this elaborated roof a vertical element formed by what looks like a conventional Stupa, ending in a very high and thin pinnacle.
The Prasat serves two distinct purposes: one is as Royal throne hall; the other to contain some venerated objects, as does, for example, the Prasat of Wat Phra Kaeo in Bangkok which enshrines the statues of the Kings of the present dynasty.
This structure, too, is a direct descendant of the Creek-cross Khmer temple composed of a square sanctuary with its domed Sikhara and the four porch-like antechambers attached to the sides of the cell. These antechambers projecting from the main body of the building have two different elements: one formed by the mass attached to the walls of the cell, the other formed by the portal. The different heights of these two elements create a step-like contour. The Thai Prasat is formed by a square central room and either three long and one short projecting wings and or four wings of the same length. There are two distinct forms of timber superstructure of the Prasat. One retains the traditional Sikhara as a finial of the roofs; in this type, for the sake of tradition, the Sikhara which formerly was structural has become a mere decorative part of the building. The other superstructure has the same form and same ornaments as the Mondop many superimposed horizontal low storeys and at about one third of the total height of this elaborated roof a vertical element formed by what looks like a conventional Stupa, ending in a very high and thin pinnacle. The Prasat serves two distinct purposes: one is as Royal throne hall; the other to contain some venerated objects, as does, for example, the Prasat of Wat Phra Kaeo in Bangkok which enshrines the statues of the Kings of the present dynasty.
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