Wat Plai Laem

• An active Buddhist temple on the resort island of KoSamui Thailand
• Its main statue is of awhite 18-armGuanyin, the Goddess of Compassion and Mercy
• It offers visitors a view into Chinese-Thai beliefs as well as some elaborate Buddhist-themed art and architecture

What can you find there?

• A large white laughing Buddha statue
• Beautifully carved teak entry doors
• An elaborate ceremonial hall set on an island in the lake
• Explore the colorfulpaintingsthat portray Buddhist mythological stories

How to get to the Wat Plai Laem?

Wat Plai Laem, Road 4171, Thailand

• Take the main route 4169 up to the northeast region of Samui, and then turn off on route 4171. It is very close to the Big Buddha temple, about 3 kilometers directly north of Samui International Airport

More information about Wat Plai Laem

• Wear shirts or scarves that cover the shoulders, trousers or long shorts, and avoid wearing beachwear
• Free entry
• Open to visitors all day during daylight hours