Just outside Bangkok, the Dragon Temple is a popular religious destination visited by many tourists to admire the giant dragon sculpture winding around the pink cylindrical building.
To climb to the dragon's head, visitors actually have to walk 17 floors.
In central Nakhon Pathom province, about 40km west of Bangkok, the impressive Wat Samphran temple stands 17 stories high – and is guarded by a dragon.
The giant creature wrapped itself around the pink cylindrical building, with colorful scales and claws visible from every angle.
The head rests right on the roof, and is said to protect the temple and visitors.
Founded by monk Bhavana Buddho in 1985, the pink temple is also known for its short construction period of 5 years.
The temple is impressive for nothing more than the iron and glass dragon. Inside are tunnels and stairs leading to the top (although some parts may be closed to visitors).
The temple is 80m high.
In addition, on the roof there is a sculpture called "happiness". It is believed that this is a gift from the monk who built the temple.
Although entry is free, there are traditional Thai prayer jars inside the temple for donations. It is said that whoever throws a coin inside will receive love, wealth and eternal happiness.
Prayer and coin tossing area
The temple grounds contain many statues and shrines.
The five dragon claws on each leg of the building represent the five Buddhist precepts - the Buddhist code of conduct.
The temple is 40 km from Bangkok but is not easily accessible by public transport, visitors have to take a taxi or ride-hailing car.
The temple is open to visitors daily: Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm and from 6am to 6pm on weekends.
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