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Wat Sam Phran
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4.4 (4072 reviews)
Buddhist temple with a dragon wrapped around its pink 17-story tower, offering views from the top.
92 8, Tambon Sam Phran, Amphoe Sam Phran, Chang Wat Nakhon Pathom 73110, Thailand
Did You Know?
Coiled Around the Tower
The most striking feature of Wat Sam Phran is its 17-story pink tower, around which a giant green dragon coils, creating a surreal and captivating sight.
Stories Tall
The main temple building at Wat Sam Phran stands an impressive 17 stories high, each level offering unique architectural details and views.
Dragon's Interior
The body of the dragon is hollow, allowing visitors to walk through parts of it, including a spiral staircase that leads to the top of the tower.
Temple Color
The primary color of the temple tower is a distinctive pink, which contrasts dramatically with the green of the dragon, making it easily recognizable.
Highlights from Reviews
• unique architecture
The temple features a distinctive pink tower wrapped by a giant dragon, unlike any other temple in Thailand.
• panoramic views
Climbing to the top of the dragon tower offers impressive panoramic views of the surrounding area.
• spiritual atmosphere
Visitors often describe the atmosphere as peaceful, calm, and conducive to spiritual reflection and inner peace.
• friendly staff
Many reviews highlight the kindness and welcoming nature of the monks, female monks, and temple volunteers.
• interactive experience
The ability to walk inside the dragon's body to ascend the tower and explore other statues like the turtle temple provides an engaging visit.
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