There are numerous tourist attractions one can visit in Koh Samui, and one thing is for sure: if you visit this beautiful island in the near future, you will certainly not get bored! Here are some of the most popular attractions spots in Koh Samui, Thailand:
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1. The Muang Waterfalls
Koh Samui is famous for the Muang Waterfalls, a set of two beautiful natural cascades that can be easily reached by following a walking path. The sound and the pleasant atmosphere are perfect if you want to relax and take several photos that you will surely cherish in the long run. The Muang waterfalls are located close to one another, and there is the Na Muang 1 and Na Muang 2 – both of them are natural and untouched by human hands. The waterfalls have received their name due to the amazing shade of the rock faces, which turn purple in the sunlight. The view is absolutely spectacular, not to mention that you can even swim here!
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2. The Snake Farm
The Snake Farm is another interesting tourist attraction on the island of Koh Samui, as here visitors can see some of the most feared snakes in the entire Kingdom of Thailand. Moreover, reptile shows are organized daily and here you can see almost any kind of venomous snake and insect, from the well-known king cobra to pythons and even scorpions. Moreover, at the Snake Farm you can also find a small reptile zoo when you can touch the snakes and even take photos with them. This is certainly a unique and educative experience that every Koh Samui tourist should try, not to mention that here you can find hundreds of outstanding snakes.
3. The Wat Plai Laem Temple
The Wat Play Laem Temple is a very interesting tourist attraction as well, mainly because of the immense 18-arm statue that is located at the entry. That is the statue of the popular Goddess Guanyin, known for her compassion. There is no better way to become familiar with the Thai architecture, culture, style and history than by visiting the Wat Plai Laem center. This is an active temple where people come every day to give their homage to the Gods. Moreover, the temple is beautifully decorated with various murals and statues that lay at the basis of the history and religion in Thailand.
4. The Fisherman’s Village
This is a very relaxing destination that is great for Friday evening – if you decide to visit the beautiful Fisherman’s Village in Koh Samui, and then you must try the traditional food stalls you can find across the alleys. Also, there are numerous restaurants on the beach where you can choose from, the food is delicious and the overall ambiance is great as well. If you want to give authentic local food a try (like the Thai Green Curry or the Pad Thai), or to enjoy a hot, delicious coffee then the Fisherman’s Village is certainly the best place to go.
These are four of the greatest and most appreciated tourist attractions on the island of Koh Samui.
Accommodation
There are a lot of different accommodation options in Koh Samui for all kinds of budgets. If you are looking for a boutique styl resort in Koh Samui, visit the Rocky’s Samui Boutique Resort.
John Chen is a travel writer currently located in Bangkok, Thailand.
