The gentle winds cooled the summer heat as I sat on the bank of the Nakhon Chai Si River, taking in a beautiful view of the waterside hamlet and lush landscapes of the small town of Sam Phran in Nakhon Pathom province. It's only a 90-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bangkok in order to breathe in some fresh air on the weekend.
Despite being concealed from the crowds of tourists, this vantage point provides a peaceful haven for worshippers who come to Wat Thampanyaram Bang Muang to pray and participate in traditional Chinese religious rituals. This temple is a mixture of Mahayana and Annam Nikaya beliefs.
