Naga Statue
A riverside serpent guardian you can visit at any hour, and dawn or dusk is when it earns the trip.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Open 24 hours daily
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Details
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
The Naga is more than decoration in this part of Thailand. Along the Mekong the serpent is a living belief, tied up with river legends that people here take seriously, and this statue in Nai Mueang is one of the clearest places to see that devotion made solid. You'll find worshippers here alongside people who just came for a photo, and both feel at home.
It's an open-air stop rather than a temple complex, so budget minutes rather than hours. What makes it worth the detour is timing. Midday sun flattens the thing and there's little shade to wait it out. Come early, when the light is soft and the site is quiet, or at the end of the day. Pair it with the rest of Nong Khai's riverfront and it slots neatly into an afternoon without eating your schedule.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Naga Statue, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 4 minIndochina / Tha Sadet MarketMarkets & Shopping · 320 m · 4.2★
- 6 minCafe VietRestaurants & Food · 510 m · 4.7★
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- 7 minWat Pho Chai Phra Aram LuangTemples & Culture · 570 m · 4.7★
- 8 minTha Sadet MarketMarkets & Shopping · 620 m · 4.2★
- 8 minNa Rim Khong River ViewHotels & Resorts · 660 m · 4.6★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Naga Statue, round out your day in Udon Thani with contrasting stops nearby.
VQQ3+347, Nai Mueang, Mueang Nong Khai District, Nong Khai 43000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
Go Early Morning
Big-name temples are dramatically less crowded in the first hour after opening. You'll also avoid the worst of the midday heat and get softer light for photos.
Naga Statue: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Naga Statue worth visiting?
Naga Statue holds a 4.6★ rating from 2,116 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated temples & culture in Udon Thani.
What are the opening hours of Naga Statue?
Naga Statue is open 24 hours a day — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Naga Statue?
The best months to visit Udon Thani are December – February (Red Lotus Sea blooms Dec–Feb), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January (lotus season weekends) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (peak heat).
Where is Naga Statue located?
Naga Statue is at VQQ3+347, Nai Mueang, Mueang Nong Khai District, Nong Khai 43000, Thailand, in Udon Thani. Getting around Udon Thani: Songthaews on numbered city routes (฿10–15); Grab and metered taxis in the city.
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