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Koh Samui

Koh Samui mixes coconut-covered hills, beach villages and resorts tucked into rocky coves. Bophut’s Fisherman’s Village has shophouses and evening dining, Choeng Mon offers a smaller beach setting, and the southwest feels more secluded. Inland, the Secret Buddha Garden contrasts with the coastal temples of Wat Plai Laem and the Big Buddha. Pick your coast before booking accommodation: restaurants and sights are spread around the island, and journeys across it need time.