Ko Samui

Ko Samui extends across 228.7 square kilometers with white sand beaches, dense tropical forests, and numerous coconut palm groves reaching to the shoreline.

Fishermen from the Malay Peninsula and southern China established the first settlements on Ko Samui approximately 1,500 years ago, marking the beginning of human presence.

The Wat Phra Yai temple complex features a 12-meter golden Buddha statue that stands as a central point for religious ceremonies and meditation practices.

Bangkok Airways operates regular flights to Samui International Airport, while multiple ferry services connect the island to mainland Thailand through Surat Thani province.

The island maintains its own water supply through natural reservoirs in the central mountains, providing fresh water to residents and visitors throughout the year.

Location: Ko Samui

Elevation above the sea: 635 m

Part of: Samui archipelago

Address: Ko Samui, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani, Thailand Koh Samui

GPS coordinates: 9.50000,100.00000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:18