In Which I Visit the Big Buddha - Ko Samui

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December 18th 2014

Published: December 18th 2014

Wat Phra Yai, commonly called “The Big Buddha,” is probably the most photographed sight in Ko Samui. It is on the top of every “Must See” list, and seems to be popular with Thais as well as with tourists. The temple is located on the small island Ko Phan, but, no worries, there is a causeway you can walk across to get to it. In fact, if you hadn’t looked at a map you might not even real... Read Full Entry

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King Rama V on horseback

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nirvana dogs

Every temple has a collection of blissed out dogs. They won't be molested, and someone will feed them. These animals are not hurt, just taking a nap in the afternoon sun.

Phra Mae Thorani

Sometimes called the Earth Mother, when Buddha was tempted, Phra Mae Thorani wrung the waters of detachment from her hair, and drowned the Buddha's demons.