Discover the giant dragon wrapped around the famous pink temple in Thailand

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 a distance of 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.

This giant creature wraps 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 highlight of the temple is none other 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

There is also a sculpture on the roof called "happiness". It is said that this was 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 symbolize 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, 9am to 5pm and 6am to 6pm on weekends.

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