Prince Nuwattiwong was educated by Western missionaries who encouraged his interest in the fine arts.

[3] Prince Narisara Nuwattiwong was appointed as the Director of Public Works, Town and Country Planning for the Ministry of the Interior.

During his tenure, the former Kalahom department (dating back to the 15th century) was radically modernised based on Western models.

[5] Prince Naris served as Regent of Siam from 1934 to 1935, substituting for his nephew King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) who resided in England during the treatment of an eye condition.

After Prajadhipok's definite abdication in 1935 and the choice of 9-year-old Ananda Mahidol as the new king, Naris declined the request to continue as regent, pointing to his old age.

The temple contains oil paintings that were inspired by art found in Western medieval churches.