It can be considered as one of the most distinctive temples of the district in addition to nearby Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen.

It is said that a wealthy Chinese merchant who lives in neighbouring Talat Phlu area named Phuk was the contributor of the temple's building.

Vihāra (sanctuary) was dedication to his Thai wife and ubosot (ordination hall) was to himself.

Ubosot originally built in Ayutthaya period style is now being modified in accordance with the later restoration.

[1] [2] Wat Nak Prok was registered to a national ancient monument by the Fine Arts Department in the year 1977.