Wat Samphran (Dragon Temple)

Wat Samphran, also known as the Dragon Temple, is a distinctive Buddhist temple in Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom Province, about 40 km west of Bangkok. It is notable for its 17-story pink cylindrical tower encircled by a giant green dragon sculpture. Completed in 1985, the 80-meter tower symbolizes the Buddha's age and houses shrines and statues. The temple is known for its unusual architecture and walkable dragon interior leading to a rooftop.

Visitors can expect a 17-story pink tower wrapped by a large green dragon sculpture set within a temple compound with gardens, smaller shrines, and Buddhist statues. The main experience is walking up through the hollow interior of the dragon via a narrow tunnel-like staircase to the rooftop, where there are shrines and views of the surrounding area. The ground level includes prayer halls, statues, and photo spots. The site is active for worship and merit-making.