Located off the coast of Surat Thani, Samui can be reached via a 2-hour ferry. It's one of Thailand's most popular island resort destinations, and due to its location on the Gulf of Thailand, it has overtaken Phuket in tourist numbers since the tsunami of 2004. With abundant wildlife, spectacular corals and an intense party scene, Samui has something for every visitor.
Temple of the Big Buddha
Wherever they go in Thailand, most tourists enjoy visiting the areas most well-known temples. Wat Phra Yai, or the Temple of the Big Buddha, is Samui's most popular sacred site, with its 12 metre Buddha which was built in 1972. The temple is located just off the main island on a smaller island that can be reached via a connecting bridge. Worshipers and visitors ali View the rest of this article
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