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The name of Thao Tao temple means "Lord Tortoise Temple". Thao Tao temple was rediscovered by archaeologists only in 1987. It was never completed, but its existing structure is similar to the structures built along roads criss-crossing the Khmer Empire. Archaeologists think these small buildings were used as rest houses for travellers, though they are commonly called "chapels" or "hospitals". Thao Tao was therefore probably built during the early 12th century. The unfinished sanctuary of Thao Tao is surrounded by a laterite wall. There are two other buildings: an entrance pavilion (gopura) east of the wall and a small library within the compound. This temple is smaller than Nang Sida temple and of lesser quality. Many stones used in its construction came from older buildings.

Thao Tao Temple, only rediscovered in 1987, is just one of many structures needing a comprehensive conservation study and analysis.