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Guan Yu Shrine Koh Samui
A striking Chinese shrine in Hua Thanon known for its giant Guan Yu statue.
Lamai
4.5 (1.1K Reviews)
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Guan Yu Shrine Koh Samui
A striking Chinese shrine in Hua Thanon known for its giant Guan Yu statue.
Lamai
4.5 (1.1K Reviews)
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Price
Free entry
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Good time
Morning or late afternoon
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Roadside location
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Giant Guan Yu statue
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Guan Yu Shrine Koh Samui
A striking Chinese shrine in Hua Thanon known for its giant Guan Yu statue.
Lamai
4.5 (1.1K Reviews)
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Price
Free entry
Good time
Morning or late afternoon
Access
Roadside location
Highlight
Giant Guan Yu statue
Overview
Overview
Guan Yu Shrine is a distinctive Chinese cultural and religious site in Hua Thanon, south of Lamai. Its main feature is a huge bronze statue of Guan Yu, the legendary Chinese general associated with loyalty, honour, courage and righteousness.
The shrine reflects Koh Samui’s Chinese-Thai heritage and remains an active place of worship. Visitors can explore the main courtyard, temple buildings and traditional Chinese-style architecture around the complex.
Guan Yu Shrine is a distinctive Chinese cultural and religious site in Hua Thanon, south of Lamai. Its main feature is a huge bronze statue of Guan Yu, the legendary Chinese general associated with loyalty, honour, courage and righteousness.
The shrine reflects Koh Samui’s Chinese-Thai heritage and remains an active place of worship. Visitors can explore the main courtyard, temple buildings and traditional Chinese-style architecture around the complex.
What to expect
What to expect
Expect a short walk around a colourful Chinese shrine complex with traditional architecture, religious details and the large Guan Yu statue as the main highlight. The site is easy to visit from the ring road and works well as a cultural stop while exploring Lamai and Hua Thanon.
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Visit in the morning or late afternoon for cooler weather and better light. Dress respectfully and keep noise low, as this is still an active place of worship.
Visit in the morning or late afternoon for cooler weather and better light. Dress respectfully and keep noise low, as this is still an active place of worship.
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Expect a short walk around a colourful Chinese shrine complex with traditional architecture, religious details and the large Guan Yu statue as the main highlight. The site is easy to visit from the ring road and works well as a cultural stop while exploring Lamai and Hua Thanon.
What to expect
Visit in the morning or late afternoon for cooler weather and better light. Dress respectfully and keep noise low, as this is still an active place of worship.
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Free entry
Access
Roadside location
Good time
Morning or late afternoon
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Giant Guan Yu statue
Guan Yu Shrine is a distinctive Chinese cultural and religious site in Hua Thanon, south of Lamai. Its main feature is a huge bronze statue of Guan Yu, the legendary Chinese general associated with loyalty, honour, courage and righteousness.
The shrine reflects Koh Samui’s Chinese-Thai heritage and remains an active place of worship. Visitors can explore the main courtyard, temple buildings and traditional Chinese-style architecture around the complex.
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Address
190/11 Moo 1, Route 4169, Maret, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84310, Thailand
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Daily: 09:00–17:00
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