Introduction to Phaya Temple: BigBuddhaTemple (WatPhraYai) is a famous landmark and attraction on Koh Samui, located on a small island next to Big Buddha Beach. There is a 12-meter-tall golden Buddha statue in the temple, which is majestic. In addition to the golden Buddha, there are also sculptures with gods and mythological themes in the temple. Surrounding the temple is a market selling some shellfish handicrafts.