Wat Plai Laem is located near Choeng Mon Beach in Koh Samui and is one of the most interactive and colourful temples on Koh Samui. The attraction of this wat is the beautiful eighteen-armed statue, sitting in the middle of a lake.
The temple is extremely popular due to its beautiful lake that hosts hundreds of colourful fish.
Wat Plai Laem Temple Address & Map Koh Samui, Thailand
Wat Plai Laem is located on Samui’s north-east coast. The temple’s unique and striking white 18-armed idol of Guanyin delights many visitors. According to Chinese mythology, Guanyin is the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion.
Wat Plai Laem is a popular religious spot for the residents of Koh Samui. Many devotees come to this temple daily and pay homage to Guanyin and to Buddha. In addition, the wat features a number of other statues and murals that are quite different from the architecture and art found in other temples.
The temple’s tranquil setting, with the pristine lake, is a welcoming atmosphere and whether you are here to worship, pray, or just for a tour, visitors will enjoy the religious culture of this amazing wat.
Hi! Is there a dress code?
Hi Philip,
All temples in Thailand require visitors to dress conservatively. This means that you should wear long shorts or pants that cover the knee and shoulders should be covered – so no singlets. The same applies for ladies who should also ensure that they cover midriffs and have conservative necklines (ie: no cleavage).
Have a great time exploring Wat Plai Laem and Koh Samui!
Kind regards,
Jess
Hi
Can you tell me please are there taxis available at wat plai laem to get back to Chaweng
Thank you
Hi Linda,
You can hail a taxi from any location in Koh Samui as they are very frequent. Wat Plai Laem is a very popular tourist spot, therefore taxi’s frequent this area.
Kind regards,
Jess