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Top Temples to Visit in Koh Samui

While Koh Samui is known for its sublime beaches, captivating adventures and fun nightlife, don’t forget it’s also home to temples that offer insights into the island’s rich religious heritage. When based at a luxury hotel, Koh Samui sacred sites can be added to your sightseeing itinerary each with distinctive features and stories to tell. These include the Big Buddha Temple with its impressive golden Buddha statue within easy reach of properties like Santiburi Koh Samui; also of note is Wat Plai Laem known for its statues of the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion (Guanyin) and the laughing Buddha along with the other temples mentioned below.

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Big Buddha Temple

Big Buddha Temple
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Wat Plai Laem

Wat Plai Laem
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Wat Khunaram

Wat Khunaram
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Laem Sor Pagoda

Laem Sor Pagoda
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Wat Chaeng

Wat Chaeng
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Buddha's Footprint Temple

Buddha's Footprint Temple
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Wat Sila Ngu

Wat Sila Ngu