Big Buddha Temple


Wat Plai Laem (Plai Laem Temple)
Wat Plai Laem is a newly built in 2004 and very ornate temple situated just near Big Buddha statue. Khun Jarit humdonming, artist of this temple, spent more than three years adding finer details to the external parts of the temple. The tradition of temple art follows the dates back to centuries and providing a good example of the influence and style that are still significant in modern Thai religious architecture. The elaborate entry doors were made from two enormous slabs of Laotian hardwood and are intricately carved with images of the life of the Buddha.Wat Laem Sor (Wat Laem Sor Temple)
Laem Sor Chedi (also called Wat Laem Sor) is ornately designed Chedi (Pagoda) sits at the rocky water's edge. Covered in countless small yellow tiles and it appears golden when it is viewed from a short distance. It is situated at the far South of the island off the 4170 road between Ban Tale and Ban Pang KaHin Ta Hin Yai (Lamai Beach)


Mummified Monk
Monks are held as great reverence in Thailand, and many years ago, Samui chose to mummify two of them. Their bodies can be seen in their well preserved forms some 20 years after their deaths at Wat Kiri Wongkaram and Wat Khunaram.
Buddha's Footprint
There is no sign showing the exact location of footprint and finding this attraction will be part of the adventure. Take Rt. 4170 and 2 km west of the turnoff for the Butterfly Garden, go up the concrete slope on the left. Housed in a hilltop shrine, four footprints have been engraved one atop another. here are 163 steps to climb in all, but the view up there is surrounded by treetops and valleys that will be worth for a visit.
Secret Hall of Buddha
There is no sign showing the exact location of footprint and finding this attraction will be part of the adventure. Take Rt. 4170 and 2 km west of the turnoff for the Butterfly Garden, go up the concrete slope on the left. Housed in a hilltop shrine, four footprints have been engraved one atop another. here are 163 steps to climb in all, but the view up there is surrounded by treetops and valleys that will be worth for a visit.Heaven's Gardenn or Magic Garden
High in the hills that rise from the forested interior of the island, lies an art gallery extraordinary in many ways. The inspiration and creation of Nim Thongsuk, this son of 4 generations of Samui people decided at the age of 77, to create a little piece of heaven on earth in the hope that many of the increasing number tourists would appreciate not only his vision, but the extraordinary beauty of the island's hilltop forests. Khun Nim spent his life in agricultural innovation, during which he was a pioneer in Durian farming techniques that are now credited for some superb crops of this delectable fruit, still grown and exported by island farmers. With the help of assistants, he sculpted dozens of figures inspired by Buddhist scriptures, in the mountaintop river bed on land belonging to his family. He remained absorbed in the project until his recent death at the age of 91. A spot far too little visited, Heaven's Garden is on some of the island's guided mountain tours. Some of the creations are immediately apparent, others are either so small or so immense, you might miss them as you concentrate on keeping your step. So be prepared to take your time. Wear a sturdy old pair of shoes.Na Muang Waterfall

Na Muang Waterfall2
Accessible by way of a concrete road south of Na Muang 1 (on rte. 4169) this is considered mostly to be the island's most beautiful waterfall. You reach it by ascending a rocky path. The walk takes about 10 minutes.Hin Lad Waterfall

Butterfly Garden
At southwest corner of the island, this is the most easily accessible of Samui's three waterfalls. Choose this one if you tire easily walking in the heat, as you can drive almost all the way to the spot. At the base of the falls, there is a large natural pool where you can take a dip.Thai boxing (Muay Thai)

Buffalo Fighting


Samui Snake Farm
Southern Thailand is home to a great many species of snakes, many of them venomous. The mountains of Samui have their share. The bite of a full grown king cobra for example can bring death within one half hour. But don't worry! They are extremely reclusive, and chances are tiny that you will come in contact with one anyplace but at this attractions' two shows a day, where they are handled by capable and "death defying" trainers. Located in the southwest on the 4170 ring road.
Monkey Theatre
Just around the corner from the Butterfly Garden at Laem Set beach, this newly-opened attraction features live specimens of local marine life in a darkened tunnel filled with tanks. Also on display are some Bengal tiger cubs and leopards.Samui Aquarium
Just around the corner from the Butterfly Garden at Laem Set beach, this newly-opened attraction features live specimens of local marine life in a darkened tunnel filled with tanks. Also on display are some Bengal tiger cubs and leopards.Naga Pearl Farm - Koh Matsum
A 20-minute boat trip from Ban Thong Krut, you will cross the sea by ferry to a sea farm where you can see how cultured pearls are created. The full day trip includes lunch, your choice of afternoon activities, and a stop at the Naga Pearl Shop on the way back.


