Landmark· Koh Samui· Thailand

Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk)

9° 27.0′ N · 100° 0.0′ E

The temple of Luang Pho Daeng, a monk who died in 1973 and asked that his body be displayed as a reminder of impermanence; he sits upright in a glass case, famously wearing sunglasses.

Practical

On route 4169 between Na Muang and Hua Thanon, 13 km southeast of Nathon and 6 km west of Lamai (Wikipedia). Combine with the Na Muang waterfalls by taxi or scooter from the Lamai or Nathon anchorages. Dress modestly.

Best for

A cultural stop on a south-island land tour