Sitting just off the coast of Koh Samui is a little tiny island with a 12-metre-heigh statue of the Buddha. As one of the most well-renowned of all the landmarks on this island, Wat Phra Yai, (also known as the Big Buddha temple) houses this famous statue. Take some time to visit the temple and learn about the story of Buddhaâs path to Enlightenment. The Big Buddha is seated in a cross-legged position, which is known as the Mara position. This Buddha image symbolises a meditative time in the Buddhaâs life, when he was being presented with temptations from his former life, only to reject them and achieve enlightenment. Inspiring stuff.
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