[1] Jayavarman intended for the temple to be an important location in the royal cult surrounding himself, as it would increase the legitimacy of his rule.

In addition, the temple served to showcase the prestige of the Khmer Empire in Lopburi (then known as Lavo) as it had only recently captured the city from its Cham and Mon rivals.

[3] Phra Prang Sam Yot became a registered historical site by the Fine Arts Department on 2 August 1936.

While it remains the site of active prayer, several sources have noted the temple is more popular as a tourist destination due to its resident population of monkeys.

The festival serves a dual purpose, drawing in tourists while also honoring the traditional Lopburi belief that monkeys are disciples of Jao Paw Phra Kan, a spirit which protects the city.