Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)

Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai) is an impressive Buddhist temple with a 12-meter-tall golden statue of the Buddha in the Mara position, symbolizing the path to enlightenment.

The temple is located on the small island of Koh Fan, connected to Ko Samui by a causeway, offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Thailand.

The temple complex impresses with smaller Buddha statues, colorful temples and lively shrines. Along the steps leading up to the main statue are nāga statues, and visitors can strike bells for good luck.