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Beaches
This charming
monument was built in 1934 to honour the heroism of Khun Ying Mo
(affectionately known as Ya Mo), wife of Deputy Governor of
Khorat during the reign of King Rama III, who saved the city
from a Laotian invasion. The statue itself is the focal point of
an annual celebration (March 23 to April 3) commemorating the
victory.
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The Big Buddha
Samui's most popular
attraction, The Big Buddha sitting 15 meters tall was built in
1972 by the local society to give visitors a place to pay
respect to The Lord Buddha. This monumental landmark is placed
on the island's Northern shore.
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Granfather and Grandmother Rocks (Hin Ta & Hin Yai)
Samui's phallic
rocks are as popular with Thai visitors as foreigners. Meaning
Grandfather Rock and Grandmother Rock respectively, in local
legend the rocks represent two doomed lovers who drowned
themselves in the sea here, because their families disapproved
of their relationship.
A large board at the site tells their story in full dramatic
detail. The street approaching the rocks is lined with stalls
selling a nice range of coconut wood products and garamear -
Samui's own glutinous coconut candy, which is rarely available
elsewhere on the island.
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Ancient House
A house made of
teakwood without any nails at Ban Thale is the oldest house on
the island. It was built approximately 150 years ago, is
constructed of teak planks and shows off many beautiful
woodcarvings.
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Monkey Show
The monkey theater
proposes shows in which the monkeys can emphasize their
dexterity and not only in the cropping of coconuts, also show
with elephants. The theater is located on the left by leaving
Chaweng on the way to Bophut , in a street behind, there are
signposts. Several daily shows, rather funny, the monkeys will
well make you laugh and you will spend a good time.
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Snake Farm
A definite must see
for all those visiting the island. Shows featuring snakes
indigenous to Samui as well as Centipede, Scorpion and Cock
Fighting shows. Informative and entertaining. Great for the
entire family and worth looking for. Follow the signs seen
throughout the island. Show times are 11.00 and 14.00 everyday.
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Crocodile Farm
There are 2
crocodile farms on the island, one which is located behind the
airport and on a 7000 square metres area, you will find more
than 100 animal species such as Siam and sea water crocodiles,
caymans, snakes, lizards, apes and many others.There are 2 daily
shows, at 2 and 4.30 pm.
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