The Wat Plai Laem is a mixture of Thai and Chinese art and the beliefs of the people from these countries. The temple is still relatively young, but old motifs …

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Chinese-Thai temple complex in close proximity to the "Big Buddha" in the north of Koh Samui. Opened in 2004, the facility is constantly being expanded. The main attractions are the laughing Buddha, the ceremonial house and an 18-armed statue of the goddess Guan Yin. In the lake belonging to the temple complex there are huge catfish-like fish that can be fed with food available there for 10 baht (0.25€). The way to this temple is worth it.

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