Wat Plai Laem

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Wat Plai Laem is a wat on the resort island of Ko Samui, Thailand. Like the nearby Wat Phra Yai or "Big Buddha Temple", it is a modern Buddhist temple. …

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Dec 25, 2024
Definitely a must see place on the island. The Buddha statues are simply wonderful. You can walk around, take lovely pictures and enjoy the calm and relaxing atmosphere. The temple is amazing too Full review by giuseppecincin
Dec 9, 2024
Great photo opportunity. Impressive Buddha Free to get in. Kind of a must do and is a quick visit before moving onto the next place to visit Full review by 72karlw
Sep 28, 2024
Beautiful temple and if you like feeding fish it's the place to go. Nice & cool with lots of shaded areas. 20 baht gets you a bowl of fish food Full review by Elby5357

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Are you allowed to take photos?
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how long would you need to see this attraction please ? we are on a day tour from a cruise ship. so trying to plan a private …
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how long would you need to see this attraction please ? we are on a day tour from a cruise ship. so trying to plan a private tour. want to see this and the wat plai laem... see the beach at Chaweng ( maybe have a foot massage? ) thank you
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Realistically 20-25min, assuming you take seat within the temple to absorb the ambience/serenity, feed the fish take your 20 photos to re-live the memory, and admire the architecture.
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Answer by Johann S · May 24, 2018
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Are there any dress restrictions or requirements?
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It's always best to dress modestly according to Thai expectations when visiting a temple. Females can pack a sarong to put over shorts. Some temples have items …
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It's always best to dress modestly according to Thai expectations when visiting a temple. Females can pack a sarong to put over shorts. Some temples have items available to purchase or borrow. It's considered rude in Thailand to have bare arms even outside the temples. I wouldn't wear any tops that don't at least have a cap sleeve or short sleeve. Thai people are so kind they may not say anything to you, but if you are showing your shoulders, belly, or lots of leg (outside of the beach area) it truly is offensive.
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Hi, Are there lockers to store luggage or bags? And if so, how big are they? What are their dimensions? Thank you
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I would not expect to find lockers at any Temples, or even most venues, for storing luggage or bags. Leave at your hotel.
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Answer by Jim P · Sep 22, 2017
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