The Nak (Phaya Nak or Naga) in Thai architectural and sculptural ornaments are an associational achievement between the indigenous serpent cult of the mainland Southeast Asian region and Naga of Indian religions in ancient times. It seems that the remains of indigenous serpent cult being only what is told in the Thai folklore. The majority of Thais follow predominantly Theravada Buddhism and their serpent worship includes aspects of Buddhism. | The significance of Naga in Thai architectural and sculptural ornaments
