buddha meditate and protective cover head by mythical serpent or nak prok buddha sheltered by naga hood for thai people travel

ancient antique bua buakhwan buddha buddhism buddhist building candle candlelight candles ceremony cover culture destination faith fantasy fire flame flora floral flower folklore god head heritage historical history holy hood khwan landmark legend meditate meditation merit mystery mythical naga nak nonthaburi people pray prayer praying prok protective religion respect rite ritual ruin sacred serene serenity serpent sheltered temple thai thailand traditional travel visit wat worship