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Must-sees & Must-Dos in Koh Samet?
What to do and see in Koh Samet
In addition to its beaches and the walks along the coast, Koh Samet does not offer many tourist attractions. The statues of the Mermaid and the Prince on Sai Kaew beach are the most photographed items of the island. It may also be interesting to visit Koh Samet temple and its Big Buddha.
Other visits suggestions in Koh Samet
- Koh Samet
The island is the real tourist attraction in the province
Places to see elsewhere in Thailand
Wat Ming Muang
Completely white, this temple is surprising even if it is very modest compared to the beautiful White Temple in Chiang Rai. 2 minutes walk from Wat Phumin , take the time to pay him a visit.
Ban Khiri Wong Village
This village, 25 kilometers from Nakhon Si Thammarat, is an example of ecotourism. Between treks in the neighboring national park and its waterfalls and discovery of the local handicrafts like...
Khao Sok National Park
It is certainly one of the most beautiful national parks in Thailand ! The highlight of Khao Sok is Chiew Lan Lake that many compare to Halong Bay. Some even dare to say that it is more beautiful....
Ban Koh Klang Community
This island is located on Krabi River about 10 minutes from Krabi town and hosts an interesting rural local community that grows rice, makes batik and has a traditional Thai boat models maker. An...
Chiang Mai Loy Krathong and Yi Peng Festival 2025 – Detailled Program and Best Spots
UPDATE: the free event at Mae Kuan is CANCELLED (see below) Every year, Chiang Mai, the cultural capital of northern Thailand, hosts grand celebrations for Loy Krathong and the Yi Peng Festival, the northern-specific festival best known for the...