Koh Samui is famous for its relaxed island atmosphere, and the pace of life here certainly is leisurely. With its fantastic beaches, tropical character and mountainous interior Samui is a firm favourite among discerning visitors to Thailand. There are few places in Thailand which boast such a sophisticated and well developed tourist infrastructure as like Koh Samui. Known as the 'boutique' island, Koh Samui offers world class resorts and hotels, great restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets, and of course great beaches. But Koh Samui has more, treat yourself to the day spas on Koh Samui, escape to Koh Phangan for the Full Moon party, go diving off Koh Tao, or explore the island’s many sites. Discover Koh Samui on this site.
Big Buddha of Koh Samui is located at Bangrak Beach is also known as Big Buddha Beach because of the 12 metre high Buddha statue that dominates the area. Big Buddha beach is located on the north east coast of Samui, about 15 minutes by road to Chaweng Beach, as well as being in a good location for the airport.
Hin Ta - Hin Yai is the place popular for locals and tourists who come to Koh Samui in Thailand. Hin Ta - Hin Yai or Grand father Grand mother rocks is unique from the other rocks because their shape is close resemblance to male and female genitals. Their formation and shape have been personified into a local tale describing their existence on the island. The story goes that an old couple's boat wrecked and sunk in the bay, where their bodies washed ashore and created these strange rocks. Whatever their origin though, your pictures will no doubt make for some interesting conversation when shown to friends back home.
