Wat Chalong Photos 📷
Wat Chalong Photo Gallery Wat Chalong, officially known as Wat Chaiyathararam, is the largest and most revered Buddhist temple in Phuket. Built in the early… Read More »Wat Chalong Photos 📷
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Phuket Big Buddha Photos 📷
The construction of Phuket Big Buddha started in 2002, on the top of Nakkerd Hill in the south of Phuket Island. The site was very hard to reach in the first years and it was not yet famous as nothing was visible from the far and not many people talked about how big it would become.
Wat Mongkhon Wararam (Wat Nai Yang)
The Mongkhon Wararam Temple (Wat Nai Yang) is located in Nai Yang Village, just 500 metres from the superb beach of Nai Yang, and just next to the Proud Hotel.
Wat Charoen Samanakij in Phuket Town
A hidden temple in Phuket Town Wat Charoen Samanakij, also known as Wat Lang San, is a beautiful and serene temple nestled on the slopes… Read More »Wat Charoen Samanakij in Phuket Town
Phuket Vegetarian Festival (3 – 11 October 2024)
The Phuket Vegetarian Festival (or Nine Emperor Gods Festival) happens once a year, during the ninth lunar month, and is one of the most auspicious events on Phuket island.
Phuket Big Buddha
Phuket’s most iconic landmark IMPORTANT UPDATE: If you plan to visit Big Buddha this week, you should skip it until further notice. The access has… Read More »Phuket Big Buddha
Buddha Postures for the 7 Days of the Week
What do these 7 Buddha postures mean? Many people see them without knowing what these images mean or are for. Each of them is for a day of the week, and you would pay respect to the statue representing the day you were born.
10 Chinese Shrines in Phuket ⛩️
Phuket Chinese temples and shrines Phuket’s Chinese shrines always offer an excellent opportunity for some good photos. There are quite a few around, and each… Read More »10 Chinese Shrines in Phuket ⛩️
Wat Chalong
The largest, most revered and most visited Buddhist temple in Phuket is Wat Chalong, officially called Wat Chai Thararam. According to some sources, it was built at the beginning of the 19th century, 1837.
26 Thai Temples to Visit in Phuket
Amazing Buddhist Temples of Phuket Phuket temples, or Wats, are always worth a visit; from the temple hidden inside a cave to the famous Wat Chalong,… Read More »26 Thai Temples to Visit in Phuket
Tha Rua Shrine ⛩️
One of the oldest Chinese shrines in Phuket Tha Rua Shrine is one of the oldest Chinese shrines in Phuket, found in Thalang District on… Read More »Tha Rua Shrine ⛩️
Kio Thian Keng Saphan Hin Shrine ⛩️
Kio Thian Keng Shrine is a colourful Chinese shrine that is set on the seashore inside Saphan Hin public park in Phuket Town. It’s a… Read More »Kio Thian Keng Saphan Hin Shrine ⛩️
Lai Thu Tao Bo Keng Shrine in Kathu ⛩️
The Kathu Shrine Lai Thu Tao Bo Keng is one of the oldest Chinese shrines in Phuket, and many believe it was the birthplace of… Read More »Lai Thu Tao Bo Keng Shrine in Kathu ⛩️
Lim Hu Tai Su Shrine (Sam Kong Shrine) ⛩️
Sam Kong Shrine in Phuket Town Lim Hu Tai Su is a Chinese Taoist shrine on the north side of Phuket Town, also known as… Read More »Lim Hu Tai Su Shrine (Sam Kong Shrine) ⛩️
Wat Phra Nang Sang Temple in Thalang
Wat Phra Nang Sang Wat Phra Nang Sang was built more than 200 years ago and was originally known as Wat Takian; and is one… Read More »Wat Phra Nang Sang Temple in Thalang
Karon Temple Market
The Karon Temple Market has grown steadily in popularity in the past years. Because it only occurs twice a week (Tuesdays and Fridays), people start to plan their evenings around that event.
Wat Kathu – A beautiful Buddhist temple in Phuket
A beautiful hidden Buddhist temple in Phuket Wat Kathu, or Kathu temple, is a not very well-known landmark among tourists, but local photographers know how… Read More »Wat Kathu – A beautiful Buddhist temple in Phuket
Jui Tui Shrine (Kew Ong) ⛩️
Jui Tui Shrine (Kew Ong) is one of the oldest and most important on Phuket Island. It plays a significant role during the famous Phuket Vegetarian Festival, usually held in October and November.
Wat Thepnimit Phuket near Patong Beach
Wat Thepnimit Phuket is a monastic residence with a fantastic panoramic view over Patong beach. You can see its iconic white pagoda from the beach, if you know in which direction to look, of course, it’s pretty tiny.
Shrine of the Serene Light in Phuket Town ⛩️
The Shrine of the Serene Light, locally known as Sang Tham Shrine, is a beautifully decorated Chinese Temple on Phang Nga Road, one of the most famous streets of Phuket Town.