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Big
Buddha Temple:
The Big Buddha temple, known locally as Wat Phra Yai,
is named after the 22 m golden Buddha enshrined at the very
far end of the northeast coast on route 4171 near the international
airport. A Big Buddha sits majestically upon raised platform
on a small island called Ko Fan and is one of the islands
most prominent landmarks. .
Address:
Moo 4, Tambon Bo Phut
84320 Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand
Phone:
+66 77 425 158
Wat Samret:
This
old temple is the guardian of the ancient White Marble Buddha,
which is believed to be many hundreds of years old. It also
harbours within its grounds the Secret Hall of Buddhas.
This building houses a fine collection of revered and valuable
Buddha images. So valuable are they that the temple has
recently suffered a spate of thefts, and so the door now
remains locked. A monk will open the hall for you upon request.
Wat Sumret is located 200 meters down the second concrete
road on the left, west of Hua Thanon on the 4169 ring road.
Address:
Moo 5, Tambon Maret
84310 Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand
Phone: +66 77 233 051
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Fun Days Out: |
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Samui
Aquarium & Tiger Zoo:
Located in Hua Thanon, the aquarium hosts many
local species of coral fishes, huge cat fishes and several
sharks as leopard or black tip shark.
Address:
33/2, Moo 2, Tambon Maret
84310 Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand
Phone: +66 77 424 017-8, 66 77 232 198
Fax: +66 77 424 019
Namuang
Falls:
10 Km south of Nathon, nature lovers will find
Na Muang Falls. This area is accessible from the village
of Ban Thurian via an unpaved road. There are actually two
waterfalls: Na Muang, which is 18 meters high and reachable
by vehicle; and Na Muang Two, which is about 80 meters high,
requiring a 30-minute walk to get to the top. The waterfalls
are the most scenic on the island and a great place to have
a picnic.
Address:
20, Moo 1, Tambon Namuang
84140 Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand
Phone: +66 77 418 680-1
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Extreme/Adventure: |
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Mui
Divers Co., Ltd.:
Diving around in Koh Samui. In the Gulf of Thailand you
can find some of the best dive sites in Asia. The crystal
water, clear water will make every dive an unforgettable
experience. Around in Koh Samui and its neighboring island,
there are dozens of dive sites offering world class diving
and snorkeling.
Address:
124/222, Moo 3, Tambon Maret
84310 Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand
Phone: +66 92 922 815, 66 95 917 758
Calypso
Diving:
The Calypso Dive Center was established in 1988
at Chaweng Beach on Koh Samui. It belongs to the best PADI
5-star Instructor Development Centers in Thailand. We dive
whole year round. Only the selection of dive sites will
vary due to weather conditions. Just show up the Calypso
Team is there for you.
Address:
27/5, Moo 3, Tambon Bo Phut
84320 Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand
Phone: +66 77 42 2437, 66 77 41 3249
Fax: +66 77 422 437
Mr.
Ung's Magical Safari Tours-Watersport:
Mr. Ung's Magical Safari Tours is one of Koh Samui's
most experienced origanizers of 4-wheel drive safari tours
and big game fishing excursions on the Gulf of Thailand.
Address:
Moo 3, Chaweng Beach
Koh Samui, Suratthani 84320, Thailand
Phone: +66 77 230 114, 66 18 955 657
Fax: +66 77 230 637
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