Pagoda Khao Hua Jook

Pagoda, Lookout

Khao Hua Jook Pagoda is an inconspicuous temple on a hill above Chaweng Beach that offers one of the best views of Koh Samui. Unlike more famous sites like Wat Phra Yai or Wat Plai Laem, significantly fewer people head here - and that's where its charm lies. [btn "The best hotels in Chaweng" http://booking.com/beach/region/th/koh-samui.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-samui-pagoda] Quick overview ⛩ Type of place: temple + viewpoint 📍 Location:…

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Overlap Stones

Lookout, Natural formation

The Overlap Stones are one of the most interesting sights on Koh Samui and the most famous places in all of Thailand. These are giant boulders "laid" on the edge of a hillside overlooking the south of the island - and in photos they often look as if they are about to collapse. But the important thing to know is that there is not just one Overlap Stone. On the contrary - there are two different places that are quite different from each other. …

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