Big Buddha Statue

At this monumental landmark on the north coast of Samui you'll find elements of Buddhism, Brahminism and animism in the design, ornamentation and ritual connected with this popular shrine and meditation centre.

The gaudy bazaar within the temple grounds offers souvenirs both secular and religious, everything from T shirts and hats to protective amulets. Spiritual concerns and everyday life tend to overlap in Buddhist centres more than they do in some other religions.

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