During our time in Bangrak, Koh Samui we found ourselves returning time and time again to a small local restaurant called Shambala. It was unfortunately closed for our last evening on the island, as they were catering for a wedding. With our first choice out the window, we began discussing our dinner options. By chance, we happened upon a selection …

The large gold Seated Buddha, known affectionately as Big Buddha sits on the island of Koh Faan in the Bophut area of Koh Samui, Thailand. The Big Buddha (12m high) The Big Buddha (Wat Phra Yai) is a well known attraction on the island of Koh Samui, so much so that the local beach (Bangrak) is also known affectionately as …