[1 hour from Bangkok, Thailand] The impressive dragon-wrapped tower "Wat Samphan"
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The Impressive Dragon Tower of Wat Sam Phran
While it's a little outside of central Bangkok, it's a must-see tourist spot on any trip to Thailand.
Here's how to get there, transportation, and its attractions. ☝️
📍Location
About an hour's drive from central Bangkok.
Address: 92-8, Sam Phran, Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom 73110
📍Opening Hours
Daily 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📍Price
Admission: 80 baht (approx. 360 yen)
◼️Recommended Points
The tower was recently renovated, and while it previously had a paler pink hue, it now sports a fiery red flaming dragon wrapped around it, as seen in the photo. It's sure to be a photogenic sight. 💥
Inside the tower, you can walk through the dragon's body and reach the top.
The view from the top is breathtaking! 💥 You can even get up close and personal with the dragon's head! 🐉
In addition to the Dragon Tower, the temple and lush gardens on the grounds are also part of the attraction. 😉
🔥Tips for Visiting🔥
The sun is strong during the day, especially at the top, so we recommend visiting early in the morning. The climb to the top requires physical strength, so in addition to preparing for the heat, be sure to conserve your energy. While it's easy to be satisfied with just the tower, there are also temples, a Great Buddha, and beautiful greenery on the grounds, so be sure to explore them as well.
◼️Directions
①Rent a Car🚙
We recommend renting a car to explore the surrounding tourist attractions! Even a day trip can be completed with a rental car! 🉑
Rent a car for about ¥3,000 a day. Just like in Japan, right-hand drive and left-hand traffic are permitted. If you have an international driver's license from Japan, you can drive here!
However, central Bangkok is home to a lot of motorbikes and dangerous driving, so be careful! ⚠️
② Use the Grab app or a taxi
If you're using a taxi, I recommend downloading the Grab app in advance. While it's possible to get a taxi on the road, you might be charged tourist prices (and be ripped off!) and you might not be able to communicate your destination properly. 😵
With Grab, you can enter your destination in advance, see the fare in advance, pay by credit card, and there's almost no interaction with the driver (who even provides driver information). It's a smooth experience!
The fare is about JPY 2,300 (varies significantly depending on the time of day and weather).
③ Book a tour on Trip.com
We also recommend combining tours with other tourist attractions!
This allows you to efficiently explore the sights you want to see. If you're limited on time and the tour matches your desired destinations, I recommend it.
④ Bus
While it's possible to get there by bus from Bangkok, it's not recommended for tourists with limited time.⚠️
Bangkok's buses are often unpredictable and take a very long time due to traffic congestion.🥶
While it's certainly cheaper than a taxi, it's a very difficult option for tourists, so it's best to avoid it...
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