Top Koh Samui Attractions & Things To Do

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Koh Samui Big Buddha
Wat Phra Yai, The Big Buddha, is a 12 meters high golden statue positioned on a small rocky island connected to Koh Samui northeastern coast, 3 km from Bophut, and 10 km from Chaweng. The Statue is the island's iconic religious and cultural monument, and it is accessible by climbing a dragon-flanked stairs leading from ground level to the viewing platform surrounding the statue's base. Enjoy a 360-degree views across northeastern Samui, nearby islands, and the Gulf of Thailand. The statue is part of a temple complex, Wat Phra Yai, that includes smaller Buddha statues, shrine areas and monk quarters.

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Wat Plai Laem
Wat Plai Laem is a striking contemporary temple complex, located in the northeast coast near the Big Buddha, combining Thai Buddhist and Chinese religious elements in colorful, elaborate architecture. The temple sits beside a small lake with ornate structures reflected in water, creating photogenic compositions from every angle. The temple's centerpiece is the massive white statue of the 18-Arm Guanyin, the Chinese Buddhist Goddess of Mercy and Compassion. The statue is 20 meters tall, dominating the complex and visible from the main road. Guanyin worship reflects Samui's significant Chinese heritage from the tin mining era.

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Grandmother and Grandfather Rocks
The Hin Ta Hin Yai, Grandmother and Grandfather Rocks, which resemble male and female anatomy, are in the Lamai Beach southern end. The rock formations, which are famous photo opportunities, are surrounded by souvenir vendors, viewpoint platforms, and crowds of giggling tourists.

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Na Muang Waterfalls
Na Muang Waterfalls are two impressive, 1 km apart up hill, cascading waterfalls, 6 km west of Lamai. Follow a beautiful Jungle trail which ends at the waterfalls’ natural pools where you will enjoy swimming. In the area viewpoints which offer magnificent panoramic coastal views. The waterfalls are especially impressive during and after the rainy season. The 18 meters high Na Muang 1 waterfall is 5 minutes away from the car park, and the 80 meters high Na Muang 2 waterfall requires 30 minute uphill hike. In the waterfalls area changing facilities, toilets, small food stalls, and picnic areas. The waterfalls experience can be combined with visits to the nearby Secret Buddha Garden.

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Hin Lad Waterfall
Hin Lad is a small waterfall 3 km east of Nathon, with few shallow pools, accessible by a 20 minute hike of an easy and magnificent jungle trail. The waterfall visit is great for families with children.

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Secret Buddha Garden
Tarnim Magic Garden is a Buddha sculptures garden located up in the mountains 14 km west of Lamai. In the garden numerous Buddha, demons, animals, and other sculptures and small shrines, scattered around in the jungle setting. While in the garden enjoy a beautiful jungle clearing with mountain views, natural rock formations, streams, and tropical vegetation, all resulting in a peaceful atmosphere. Combine the garden visit with a visit to the nearby Na Muang Waterfalls down the mountain.

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Koh Samui Viewpoints
There are numerous viewpoints in Koh Samui, on the hills, mountains, or near the coastal roads offering spectacular scenery of the island’s coast and bays, and the surrounding islands and sea. Among these viewpoints, Lad Koh Viewpoint, Overlap Stone, Samui Viewpoint, Lamai Viewpoint, Khun Si Viewpoint and many others.

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