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A list of the temples in Koh Samui
Big Buddha Buddha Footprints Mummified Monks Coral Buddha
Laem Sor Pagoda Wat Hin Lad Wat Kiri Wongkaram Masjid Nurulihsan
Wat Laem Sor Hainan Chinese Temple Wat Lamai Old Buddha Image
Wat Sila Ngu Laem Sor Chedhi Wat Chaeng Wat Khao Hua Juk
Wat Khiri Mat Wat Pradoem Wat Nara Charoen Suk Wat Srisuwannaram

Big Buddha

The Big Buddha is one of the must-see attractions for visitors to the shores of Koh Samui. Thailand itself is a stunning country blessed with a fascinating culture, a breath-taking natural heritage and rich in tradition, living history and custom. With its incredible number of temples, shrines, monuments and dedications to Buddha, those with an appreciation for art and history will be in their very element. The twelve meter tall Big Buddha statue is a perfect example of one of these rich cultural sites and is situ-ated at the northern end of the island, on the coast. At the base of the sweeping ornate staircase that leads up to the gilded statue of Buddha, visitors will find a bustling marketplace full of trinkets, souvenirs, food stalls, clothing shops and various other brick-a-brack. The colossal size of the aptly-named Big Buddha makes it visible from several kilometers away and at night, becomes lit up with a dozen beautiful golden lights.

Buddha Footprints (Route 4170)

There is no doubt that your holiday to Koh Samui will be filled with plenty of hours in the sun and relaxing by the beautiful beaches that are sure to satisfy every sun lover's needs. There are however many other attractions on Koh Samui as well which should not be missed. The beautiful mangrove forests and mountains that make up the interior of the island have lots of hidden treasures to offer visitors as well. If you are up for a little adventure with a truly rewarding experience at the finish line you might decide to embark on a hike to find Koh Samui's Buddha's footprint. The Buddha's footprint consists of four footprints that have been engraved together and are resting in a shrine set at the peak of a hilltop. The trek up is comprised of no less than 163 steps but is well worth the climb. The Buddha's footprint is definitely something to be seen and the view from the top of the hill-top is excellent and completely worth the effort.

Mummified Monks (Wat Khunaram)

Wat Khunaram is home to the remnants of a revered monk named Luang Phaw Daeng. The history of the mummified monk at Wat Khunaram states that a young man named Luang Phaw Daeng entered the monkhood at the young age of 20 and remained a monk for a period of about six months. He then left the monkhood, was married and fathered six children. Later in his life, at around the age of 50 years, he decided to return to the monkhood. He spent a few years meditating at Khao Mangaen prior to moving on to reside at Hua Laem So. The legend states that at the age of 79, the monk Luang Phaw Daeng was able to predict his own death. After he passed away his corpse remained unchanged for years to come. The corpse was placed in an upright casket and brought to a Sala at Wat Khunaram. Today, visitors can visit the temple and view the corpse of Luang Phaw Daeng which remains in an unchanged mummified state.

Coral Buddha (Wat Sumret)

The Coral Buddha is a frequented tourist destination on Koh Samui even though it is at this time in a somewhat dilapidated state. The ancient and antique hora this statue gives off however, due to its lack or decoration and embellishment, might be just what tourists find so intriguing about the Coral Buddha. Located near the well known Wat Sumret, many monks residing nearby come to pay homage to the Coral Buddha frequently. The entrance to the location of the Coral Buddha seems as if it could be as ancient as the artifact itself so keep your eyes out when nearing the location or you might miss the entrance entirely. The Coral Buddha is frequented by devout followers of Buddhism and serves to offer them a place of worship and means to pay homage to the Buddha regardless of its ancient state and lack of embellishments. If you want to see all that Koh Samui has to offer, a trip to see the Coral Buddha should definitely be included as it proves that beneath all the glitz and glamor Koh Samui still holds true to its cultural and religious roots as well.