
Wat Khunaram (Phra Wihan Luang Pho Daeng)
Wat Khunaram (Phra Wihan Luang Pho Daeng)
Koh Samui, Thailand
Small, busy temple with Buddhist art, best known for the mummified monk on display.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Small, busy temple with Buddhist art, best known for the mummified monk on display.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ bogdan voda — a month ago
Wat Khunaram (Phra Wihan Luang Pho Daeng) is a quiet, powerful temple. The preserved monk invites reflection on impermanence, faith, and respect. Calm grounds, few crowds, deeply authentic. Please visit.!
**★★★★★ Dr. Chris J. Collins — a month ago
Took a private ride from cruise ship. This was stop 2/5 for the day and glad we did. We had from 11:15 - 16:00 for our adventures and this fit nicely.
Free admittance with donations accepted of course. No special clothing for males. Females have shoulders covered.
The small, yet informative temple is absolutely worth the ~ 15 minute visit. See the “mummified monk” which is truly a wonder to behold.
Quick walk around temple and grounds and you are ready for #3.
Absolutely worth the quick stop
**★★★★★ James Needham — 2 months ago
This is one of the best Thai temples all of all that I have seen. Inside has reliefs of the key moments in the Buddha's life, with so much detail. The craftsmanship is amazing, inside and out.
**★★★★★ Liam Richards — 3 months ago
Very religious temple with great history behind it. If you have a guide, they can tell you how to do the ceremony and accept the monks blessing.
**★★★★☆ shay yakobi — 4 months ago
Wat Khunaram is a unique and peaceful temple with the famous mummified monk on display. It’s interesting to see and a great spot to learn about Buddhist culture. The temple grounds are calm and beautiful, making it a nice place for some quiet reflection while visiting Koh Samui









