Prang Sida, also known as Prang Ban Sida, is categorized as a Hindu-Brahman religious sanctuary constructed according to the belief system of the Khmer Empire. It is estimated to date back to the 17th to 18th Buddhist centuries (roughly the 12th–13th century CE), a period corresponding to the Baphuon and early Angkor Wat styles of Khmer art.

The monument is constructed entirely from laterite as the main building material, including the boundary wall (or Kampaeng Kaew) that encloses the main prang structure. This reliance on laterite suggests its classification as a smaller-scale Khmer religious site prevalent in the lower Isan region.

The most distinguishing feature of Prang Sida is its structure as a single prang, built on a square ground plan and oriented to the East, which is the auspicious direction according to the Hindu belief system for worshipping deities such as Indra or Shiva. The main body of the prang (Ruan That) is solid and has closed walls on all four sides, which sets it apart from other prangs that often feature projecting porticos or open doorways allowing entry. This solid, enclosed design might indicate that it was primarily intended for the permanent enshrinement of an idol or a symbolic representation of a deity, rather than serving as a primary operational sanctuary.

The upper section of the prang was originally adorned with stucco decorations, remnants of which can still be observed despite degradation over time. These decorations attest to the artistic skill of the era. The stucco motifs typically depict deities, Apsaras, or botanical designs, which are characteristic decorative elements of ancient Khmer temples. Furthermore, Prang Sida is enclosed by a low laterite wall, which includes a gateway (Gopura) also facing east, aligning with the prang itself. This enclosure clearly defines the sacred boundary of the inner space and reflects the classical temple layout heavily influenced by the Khmer Empire. Today, Prang Sida is registered as a national ancient monument and is maintained by the Fine Arts Department, serving as a vital historical site that narrates the cultural and historical connections between the local community and the ancient Khmer kingdom in the Isan region of Thailand.

• Private car: Take Highway 2 (Mittraphap Road) on the Nakhon Ratchasima-Khon Kaen route to Sida Intersection (approximately 84 km from Korat city).

• From Sida Intersection, turn right onto Highway 202 (towards Prathai District) for approximately 1.5 km.

• There will be a left turn leading to Wat Phra Prang Sida, approximately 1.5-2 km further.

• Dress appropriately, as it is located within a temple ground.

• This is an ideal destination for those interested in the history and archaeology of the Khmer Empire (ancient Cambodia) in the Isan region.

• This tour can be combined with other nearby historical sites in Nakhon Ratchasima Province.

Admission Fees:

• No admission Fees

Opening Hours:

• Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Since Prang Sita is located within the grounds of Wat Phra Prang Sita, there is usually no admission fee. Opening and closing times are based on daytime hours, when tourists and pilgrims can normally visit.)