Luang Po Thuat Temple Samui

A newly built statue is the Luang Po Thuat Temple Samui. The temple in Bophut reflects an important part of Buddhist history. Located north of Samui off the ring road 4169 after Fishermans Village in Bophut. Luang Po has variations of the spelling, Luang Pu Thuad and Luang Por Tuad. The shrine sits within a boat on a man-made lake. A small temple house sits behind this enormous Luang Po Thuat Shrine. A highly respected Monk internationally with a reputation for superpowers. The importance of Luang Po Thuat Temple Koh Samui is evident from the images you will see throughout Thailand.

Temple and Grounds

The huge statue of Luang Po sits on a lake in a boat. Climb the stairs of the boat for spectacular views of the surrounding island. Toss a coin into one of the lucky urns in the lake at the entrance to Luang Po Thuat Temple Samui. Discover what animal you from your birthday month. The temple site has no facilities or refreshments available. Donations are welcome for the upkeep of the shrine and the temple grounds. To the forefront of the temple is a car park and a small playground.

History of Luang Po Thuat Temple Samui

Luang Po was born on the 3rd March 1582 in a southern province of Thailand and died in 1682 in Malaysia. His parents Chan and Hu were poor farmers of Chinese descent. Both of Luang Po’s parents were devout Buddhists. At an early age Chan and Hu’s son showed an interest in Buddhism. At the Songkhla province in Thailand at Wat Pakok Temple at the age of twelve years, Po was ordained a monk. Luang Po restored the dilapidated Wat Pha Khoh Temple with the permission of the King. He later became the abbot at Wat Changhai in Pattini Thailand.

Temple Etiquette

• Bow Your Head.
• Remove Shoes.
• Cover Shoulders (wrap or tee-shirt).
• Cover to below Knees (not shorts).
• Keep the noise level to minimum.
• Do not point with your feet.
• Keep your head below the Buddha Statues.
• Do not touch the statues on the head.
• Do not Climb on the Statues.Refrain from physical contact and public affection.
• Stand up when a monk enters the temple.
• Donations are essential for the upkeep of temples.