- The Wat Samphran Temple in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, is an architectural marvel.
- This 17-story cylindrical pink tower features a large dragon sculpture on the exterior.
- The Buddhist building is 80 meters tall, honoring the number of years Buddha lived.
While it may be off the beaten path, the extravagant Wat Samphran Temple — one of many marvels of Thai architecture — is worth a visit.
Just outside of Bangkok, the “Dragon Temple” is a popular destination visited by religious observers and tourists alike who come to see the large dragon sculpture curling itself around the pink cylindrical building.
Take a closer look insider.
