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While on our honeymoon in Chiang Mai, Thailand, my wife and I visited numerous Wats (Buddhist Temples). Guarding the entrance of every Wat was a pair of Dragons, like these.
While on our honeymoon in Chiang Mai, Thailand, my wife and I visited numerous Wats (Buddhist Temples). Guarding the entrance of every Wat was a pair of Dragons, like these.Submitted by Justin Burniske / UGC

June 18

The correct answer is: Naga

Naga (many 5-headed), are a legendary serpent that protect the meditating Buddha from evil spirits (Mara) and the natural elements. The Naga can be seen at nearly every Wat in Thailand.