Nestled in the serene Thai countryside, Tiger Temple Bangkok (officially Wat Pha Luang Ta Bua) once offered visitors a rare opportunity to get up close with tigers in a peaceful Buddhist setting. Although it is no longer open to the public in the same capacity due to conservation and ethical concerns, it remains an important symbol of the relationship between wildlife and spirituality in Thailand.

Founded in 1994, Tiger Temple Bangkok started as a Buddhist monastery where monks cared for abandoned animals, particularly wild tigers. Over time, the temple became internationally known for its rare combination of Buddhist teachings and its tiger conservation efforts. Monks and visitors would interact with the tigers, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many who traveled to the temple.

However, the temple faced controversy and scrutiny over the years regarding the treatment of the tigers, leading to its closure to the public and the relocation of the tigers to wildlife sanctuaries.

Despite this, Tiger Temple Bangkok remains an important part of the story of wildlife conservation in Thailand, and its legacy continues to inspire many in the pursuit of ethical wildlife tourism.