About Wat Maenam
Wat Maenam is the central village temple of Maenam on Koh Samui's quieter north coast. An authentic stop for visitors seeking traditional Thai community life away from tourist hotspots.
Local community temple in Maenam. Suits visitors wanting authentic Thai community life.
Why visit
- Active community temple at the heart of Maenam village serving the local Thai population year-round
- Modest viharn and chedi reflect traditional southern Thai temple architecture without commercial overlay
- Annual Maenam temple fair in the cool season fills grounds with food stalls and Thai folk shows
- Easy walk from Maenam Walking Street on Thursday nights, combine evening market with day temple visit
- Quiet pace and friendly local atmosphere suit travellers tiring of Chaweng's busy tourist temples
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