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Chinese Temple of Guanyin

Thong Krut

Small Chinese shrine to Guanyin, goddess of mercy, near Thong Krut on the quiet south-west coast.

Insider tips

  1. Easy to combine with a boat trip from Thong Krut Pier. Visit in daylight and dress modestly.

The story

A modest Mahayana Chinese temple dedicated to Guanyin, the goddess of mercy, in the Taling Ngam–Thong Krut area. It has traditional Chinese iconography and incense offerings, and is rarely crowded. It is about a 12-minute walk from Thong Krut Pier.

Good to know

Typical duration
under an hour
Best time of day
Morning, Afternoon
  • Scooter access: Yes

Plan a visit

Free route: you go by your own scooter, car or on foot and we work out the order. Private tour: a local driver picks you up and takes you.

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