Big Buddha Phuket

Religious building Phuket, Phuket, Thailand

What to expect

The Big Buddha Phuket, also known as Phra Phutta Ming Mongkol Eknakiri, is a 45-meter-tall seated Maravija Buddha statue located on Nakkerd Hill near Chalong. The statue is made of concrete and covered with white marble, and it is the third-tallest statue in Thailand. The statue depicts Gautama Buddha in a sitting position and is surrounded by beautiful landscape views of Phuket. It is a significant Buddhist site and a popular tourist destination. Visitors can enjoy the stunning views and learn about the history and significance of the statue

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THAILAND with family, with children (Phuket and islands)

THAILAND with family, with children (Phuket and islands)
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Big Buddha. The kids loved the Buddhist baptism with the bracelet given by the monk and the bells hanging from the trees. They also enjoyed the firecrackers

Highlights: The kids were impressed by the Big Buddha and enjoyed the ceremony and the festive atmosphere ✨