Top 10 Points of Interest on Koh Samui

The island of Samui is located almost on the same meridian as the popular Phuket, but on the opposite, east coast of the Malacca Peninsula, about forty kilometers away. This piece of land is famous for its wide white beaches framed by coconut palms.

Big Buddha

If you’re prone to mysticism, it’s best to start sightseeing on Koh Samui from the small island of Faan, to which a causeway leads from the “mainland.” On it stands a statue of Buddha, 12 meters high. Write your name on the tiles, which will then cover the temple, knock on the bell, ask for a blessing from the monks and Big Buddha on Samui will try to provide you an unforgettable vacation. The sacred journey can be varied by visiting the market, where you will find interesting and even unique souvenirs, by the way, do you know what are the best souvenirs to take home from Thailand?

Wat Kunaram

The Thais have their own tale about the “crystal coffin,” but it’s not the maiden who rests in it, but a locally revered saint, or rather his mummy. The local attraction – The Temple of Wat Kunaram, where you can see the imperishable relics, and get a protective wrist bracelet from the local monks (if you’re not stingy with the donation), is in the south of the island. It is about six kilometers from Lamai Beach. Around the Buddhist shrine there is all the usual tourist infrastructure with souvenir shops and stores. As elsewhere in Thailand, there is a special tourist attraction – a singing gong. If you rub it skillfully, it begins to make sounds, the duration of which depends on the amount of your luck. Read more about Mummy Monk on Samui.

Play Laem Temple

Play Laem Temple on Samui is very young, built 11 years ago with public donations. It is the largest iconic attraction on the island, and it is also considered one of the most beautiful. It is a whole ensemble of buildings and structures, the appearance of which is an eclectic mix of Chinese, Indian and Thai styles – a true Asian baroque, symbolizing the three sacred branches that have shaped the mentality of Thais. At its center is a statue of the Buddhist goddess Guanyin. This eighteen-year-old incarnation of mercy is placed in front of the temple, which has the most authentic signs of the Celestial Empire in its appearance.

Angtong National Marine Park

To the northwest of Samui lies an archipelago of small islets. This is the territory of Angtong National Marine Park. The islands are completely uninhabited, all the excursions (read more about the most exciting excursions on Koh Samui) are held during daylight hours, and at night boats with tourists sail away. The picturesque place, unbelievably clear water (it is worth noting – in this place of the South China Sea, it is so salty that the salt crystals are visible in the midday sun) attracts not only tourists but also filmmakers to the National Marine Park Ang Tong on Koh Samui. It is in this landmark that scenes of the movie “The Beach”, in which Leonardo DiCaprio shined, were filmed.

The park is a great place to visit.

Buddha Garden

In the midst of the mountainous spurs and lush tropical greenery of the island’s center, the inquisitive traveler can see a wondrous spectacle of the unity between the work of man, enchanted by the teachings of Buddha, and the whimsical fantasy of nature. 6

insect museum

The tourist coming to holidays in Thailand is surrounded by countless insects, many of which seem magnificent, others terrible and repulsive. You can admire them and learn a lot about them by visiting the Butterfly Garden and Museum of Insects. This attraction is located on the east coast of the island, near the oceanarium. A bonus of this tour is the viewpoint overlooking the beaches and coastline of Koh Samui.

Zoo and Oceanarium

From the insect museum, go to the zoo and oceanarium.

Waterfalls Na Muang

Na Muang Falls on Samui is a whole cascade of rock jumps by a local river. This attraction is located in the center of the island, closer to the east coast. The natural object is so wonderful that a safari park with the same name is organized next to it. After admiring the purple (because of the red color of the rocks) stream of water you can go for a ride on elephants or watch a show of trained animals. If you are not afraid of getting lost on the paths of the park, then his visit will cost you free, although at his gate are constantly on duty Thais, offering for a fee to take you through all the protected areas. Whether to accept their offers is up to you.

Lamai Temple

The Thais themselves call this landmark Wat Lamai, for them it is the center of social and religious life. Here they perform their rituals, hold fairs and folklore festivals. The Lamai Temple on Samui is considered a private area where guests must behave in a particularly respectful manner. The temple is surrounded by a pond that is literally teeming with fish. If you donate a few baht, you are graciously allowed to feed the pond’s inhabitants by selling a bag of food. Curious visitors can satisfy their curiosity about the island’s history by visiting the nearby Cultural Center. There is an interesting collection of artifacts there, some of which are several thousand years old. Only pity that all the explanatory notes are exclusively in Thai.

Paradise Park Farm

Paradise Park Farm on Samui is a full-size zoo perched on top of a mountain in the center of Khao Pom Island. It’s actually a paradise garden where you can walk among wild and domestic animals, some of which are shamelessly begging for treats from visitors. A great attraction for family vacation in Thailand, relaxation and positive energy.

Top 10 sights on map Samui

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