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Koh Samui Cultural Blitz

Day 649 (Month 21): July 11, 2026 – Koh Samui, Thailand

The island of Koh Samui is rich in Thai, Chinese and Buddhist artistry. We spent a day on a jeep tour doing a cultural blitz of the island.

With Michelle on Jeep safari tour
Temple of Big Buddha
Kongorikishi, a guardian diety that protects sacred spaces from evil spirits
Big Laughing Buddha statue at Wat Plai Laem
Serpent god
Wat Plai Laem temple, on a platform of lotus petals
18-armed Guanyin goddess at Wat Plai Laem
Golden Old Monk
Pink Ganesha statue
Reclining Buddha, symbolizing peace and the end of suffering

One of the most unusual features in the Wat Khunaram temple is a mummified monk. It contains the preserved body of Luang Pho Daeng, a monk who died in 1973 while meditating in a lotus position.

Mummified monk in Wat Khunaram temple
Cooling down with mango and coconut ice cream

4 responses to “Koh Samui Cultural Blitz”
  1. Meredith Shay Avatar
    Meredith Shay

    Glad you are wearing a hat. I’ve heard it’s a wonderful island. Lucky you Smart you say hi to Michele.

    1. Basia Avatar
      Basia

      Will do, Meredith

  2. Ron Walker Avatar
    Ron Walker

    I’m sure doing it in person was better, but those great photos make me feel like I did the tour with you! Thanks!

    1. Basia Avatar
      Basia

      You’re very welcome! I keep thinking you and Liz would be really enjoying this journey.