Also you might be able to dismantle their power base in the area by doing so, but let’s be honest, the loot alone would serve as a motivator.
Of course, the snakes aren’t going to make it easy on you; you’ll have to fight your way to the entrance and the path to the main temple, then contend with the high priests of the snake god Dendar. It’s not going to be easy, but player will have ample reason to head in there, assuming you can get over any lingering apprehension about the sheer number of snakes.
Source: Official Site