Place of worship

Big Buddha

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Tips from locals

Chris
December 6, 2021
Beautiful temple set on the northern coast with a stunning golden Big Buddha statue.
Michelle
January 17, 2020
This Buddha greets you upon arrival as you fly over it upon arrival. The short walk up to the Buddha offers lovely views over the bay. As well as that you can there a few lovely shops within the grounds as well as lovely local places to rest and have a bite to eat.
Jean-Charles
September 10, 2019
One of the Buddhist temple to visit.
Sam-Kah
March 4, 2019
Be sure to wear shirts or scarves that cover the shoulders, trousers or long shorts, and no beachwear when visiting the Big Buddha temple.
Kwanchai
March 31, 2018
Wat Phra Yai, known in English as the Big Buddha Temple.its golden, 12-meters seated Buddha statue was built in 1972 and remains one of the island’s most popular attractions. Set on Koh Faan, Big Buddha temple is reached by a causeway that connects it to the main island. The Big Buddha can be seen at a distance of several kilometers and is often the first landmark people see when arriving to Samui by air.
Wat Phra Yai, known in English as the Big Buddha Temple.its golden, 12-meters seated Buddha statue was built in 1972 and remains one of the island’s most popular attractions. Set on Koh Faan, Big Buddha temple is reached by a causeway that connects it to the main island. The Big Buddha can be seen a…

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