Wat Na Phra Lan, Koh Samui
Temples & Spirituality

Wat Na Phra Lan

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Wat Na Phra Lan, Koh Samui
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Duration
20–30 minutes
Category
Temples & Spirituality
Difficulty
easy
Price
Free

A working Buddhist temple near Maenam beach, set back from the tourist circuit. The compound includes a distinctive bell-shaped chedi and an ordination hall with bronze Buddha images — one in the attitude of subduing Mara, another stopping a rainstorm. Rarely crowded compared to the island's main temple sites. Free to visit; dress respectfully with shoulders and knees covered.

Maenam Beach, a long quiet stretch of sand
Maenam Beach, the long north-coast sand. About 3 km from this listing. Photo: Fabio Achilli, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.

Highlights

Bell-shaped chedi with traditional tiered design
Ordination hall with bronze Buddha images
Active working temple, rarely touristy
Walking distance from Maenam beach and pier
Free entry

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