Khao Yoi Cave
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leshy-travel
Bydgoszcz, Poland418 contributions
Sept 2022
Wat Kaho Yoi is located about 24 km north of the city of Phetchaburi in Thailand. The temple in the cave is located on a hill that is very well visible from highway no. 4. This is where King Rama VI practiced meditation when he was ordained. There are at least 7 caves and some of them are interconnected. There are also very beautiful objects nearby, such as the wooden temple visible in the video. The advantage is also the proximity to Bangkok - 112 km. It is definitely a tourist attraction worth visiting.
Written 3 April 2023
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Mr_Nobody_1979
Krakow, Poland3,889 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Nice Buddhist temple complex within natural cave system, worth visiting when passing by on the way to Huahin. Free of charge for all visitors. Pretty peaceful inside and quite cool in terms of temperature as well. There is a trail which leads to another semi open cave on the right from main one. Beware cheeky macaques, leave all foods in the car to avoid harassment.
Written 17 March 2020
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desi d
3,802 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
I’ve been to temples before that had caves but never to a temple that is a cave! Indeed as soon as you enter you are met by a rather large reclining Buddha and enclosed in glass cabinets are many statues of Buddha, with a rather wordy monk informing you over a loudspeaker system in different languages including English. The temple or cave system is large and it branches off in that part however the lower one seems to be of greater importance and when you’re in there don’t miss the well decorated large snake. A word to the wise because you will see a lady outside shuffling the shoes about and probably think nothing of it however I suggest a small tip on your way out because if not for her your shoes may have been pilfered by one of the many local monkeys, she’s a deft shot with a catapult! My highlight was about 50 metres to the right of the temple, there is a staircase leading up to Tam Sawaan or cave of creativity. We luckily got a guide and I strongly recommend this as you will not be able to see the things he pointed out without his guidance; also it’s rather dark and little to no lighting inside so a torch is a must. It’s a well stepped 250 metre rise..not 250 metres in distance to the entrance and then the fun begins, there is a few viewpoints on the way up but I didn’t deem them as good. There are several opening in the cave so sunlight can come in and in the most spectacular manner giving great photo opportunities and superb memories, so be in the main cave between 1200hrs to 1400hrs….it’s really worth it! We were offered to continue a walk around the area but just didn’t have the time. I will definitely be back to enjoy this treat.
Written 31 October 2015
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JPHStVincent
Singapore, Singapore809 contributions
Jul 2012 • Friends
Khao Yoi is just off the Bangkok-Phetchaburi highway and makes a nice stop, just before Phetchaburi. It is a towering limestone outcrop, riddled with caves. The lowest cave has been converted into an elegant temple, with a reclining Buddha in the first chamber. A stairway up the side of Khao Yoi leads to some undeveloped caves and to good views over the surrounding countryside. The higher caves are not lit, but erosion has left sufficient holes that natural light gets in. The area at the base of Khao Yoi is crawling with monkeys. There are snacks available from vendors in the parking area; there is a popular canteen-style restaurant on the highway, just before the Khao Yoi turn off. It is obviosuly very popular with Thai travellers.
Written 18 October 2012
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JSolitude
Ostend, Belgium1,077 contributions
Mar 2019
This complex has a grand entrance: first, you need to climb the stairs, then descend into the cave. At the entrance you may encounter monkeys hunting for food, so watch your belongings. In the beautiful lit cave (see photos), you'll see an impressive array of stalagmites and stalactites. The cave is historically famous because King Rama IV practiced meditation here while he was ordained. Next door you'll also find Wat (Temple) Khao Yoi which has impressive murals. Both locations are very well maintained and safe to visit. Unlike more famous temples in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, this location isn't swamped with visitors so it's a relaxing and highly enjoyable experience.
Written 17 September 2019
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Severine21
Norwich, UK53 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
Tham khao Yoi temple next to the cave is a must !! All in wood. It is just beautiful. The monks are very welcoming and helpful. Need to take the time to visit !!
A visiter sans hesiter, le temple tout en bois est magnifique et les moines tres acceuillants.
A visiter sans hesiter, le temple tout en bois est magnifique et les moines tres acceuillants.
Written 21 August 2019
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tarostra
Bangkok, Thailand254 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
Khao Yoi is a rocky crag standing on its own just east of the main Petchkasem Road (the Bangkok highway to S Thailand) about 20 km North of Petchaburi town. I think it's between the 130 and 135 km markers but it's fairly easy to recognise as there's nothing similar on that side of the road. It's down a short lane to the left just past a Shell station if you are going South.
The main attraction apart from monkeys is the cave temple inside the rock. A series of progressively smaller and smellier (bats!) caves down into the rock, each rather surprisingly decorated like a temple building with shrines to the Buddha and holy men. It's not heavily touristed, especially on weekdays.
There are undecorated caves a little further up but take care of your footing
There are many places to eat and of course buy souvenir snacks (a regional speciality) in the village. Be very careful crossing the highway though!
The Bangkok - Petchburi public minibuses stop in Khao Yoi if you ask the driver. Make sure you find out where to wait for the next minibus though so you can carry on your journey later. Otherwise, a car is of course easier
The main attraction apart from monkeys is the cave temple inside the rock. A series of progressively smaller and smellier (bats!) caves down into the rock, each rather surprisingly decorated like a temple building with shrines to the Buddha and holy men. It's not heavily touristed, especially on weekdays.
There are undecorated caves a little further up but take care of your footing
There are many places to eat and of course buy souvenir snacks (a regional speciality) in the village. Be very careful crossing the highway though!
The Bangkok - Petchburi public minibuses stop in Khao Yoi if you ask the driver. Make sure you find out where to wait for the next minibus though so you can carry on your journey later. Otherwise, a car is of course easier
Written 9 December 2014
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Nuttida Y
290 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
A temple inside a cave with a big Buddha statue. Outside is full of monkeys, but monkeys here are starving because people are scared to give them food. Monkeys near the cave temple are big monkeys that are not so afraid of people, they could steal food from you if they see it. However, the smaller ones, babies, pregnant ones and one with tiny baby hanging to it would all be around the toilet area. (Toilet here is clean!) These group of monkeys are not aggressive and are afraid of people. There's a guy who sell corns in basket. If the monkey sees you coming with the food they would come surround you. The most they did to me was touch my legs. It was nice seeing them happy. Ps. Don't forget to throw to the far ones too.
Written 28 January 2017
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Plakemphet
Phetchaburi Province, Thailand282 contributions
Nov 2015
This cave has very splendid stalagmites and stalactites that well known from former time till today. You can make a worship to the Buddha images in the cave.
Written 19 November 2015
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