Wat Khao Noi
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World9,905 contributions
May 2022
...with a couple of the novice monk kids playing rock/paper/scissors with them. And also there was a young man - monk as well - who spoke English quite well and escorted me around for a little bit. This is a very nice temple complex on a hilltop here in Hua Hin. Some of their signs advertise a 360° view of the area, and there are some pretty nice ones when you get to the top. You know I had a real interesting conversation with that monk about language concerning some Buddhist terms. As well as the Thai I imagine, he knows the English words for some of these terms. What he didn't know was the Sanskrit/Pali that most Buddhists in America use (I believe). So basically, he taught me some English (well I heard those words before but didn't know exactly how they applied to Buddhism) and I taught him (a monk) some Sanskrit/Pali (both of which are sacred Buddhist languages that are similar yet different). I thought our conversation was a beautiful thing. And all you can see here is beautiful too. The large main statue is a standing golden buddha (actually an arhat/disciple) that's so tall it can probably be seen for miles. All kinds of great stuff here: rows of seated monk statues, a buddha here, a buddha there, plenty of things to venerate. Got my meditation in too. Went into the main temple, sat down in front of an awesome altar, and meditated for about 20 minutes while listening to some chanting on my cell phone. An older monk was lying on couch watching some videos on a tablet while I was there; I hope I didn't disturb him. So afterwards I walked around a little more, went down the hill where those kids were, played a little more rock/paper/scissors with them, and went inside another temple which seemed to be a working temple where the monks do what they do during the day. Nobody seemed to be bothered by my presence - in all a very nice visit despite the hour walk in the blazing Thai sun it took me to get there.
Written 12 May 2022
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Caleigh P
Cairo, Egypt11 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
Wat Khao Noi was nearly empty when I was there despite being midday on a weekend. It has the most beautiful views of the entire valley and is absolutely worth seeing if you are in the area. My first temple visit was not disappointing.
A word to the wise, however: Prearrange your ride back. I did not realize at the time that there are no means of public transport that regularly come by and was stranded for almost an hour at a vegetable stand at the bottom of the mountain as a result. Would likely have had to walk back in 43 degree weather for an additional 45 minutes (without water because when I am underprepared for something I apparently don't do it by halves!) had some locals not taken pity on me and helped me out.
So one more time, PRE-ARRANGE YOUR TRANSPORT BACK TO THE CITY. Don't be as dumb as I was!
A word to the wise, however: Prearrange your ride back. I did not realize at the time that there are no means of public transport that regularly come by and was stranded for almost an hour at a vegetable stand at the bottom of the mountain as a result. Would likely have had to walk back in 43 degree weather for an additional 45 minutes (without water because when I am underprepared for something I apparently don't do it by halves!) had some locals not taken pity on me and helped me out.
So one more time, PRE-ARRANGE YOUR TRANSPORT BACK TO THE CITY. Don't be as dumb as I was!
Written 18 May 2018
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MalhTA
London, UK25 contributions
Feb 2022
relaxing to sit on the top of the hill next to Temple and standing/walking Buddha statue, catch the sea breeze and the serenity that this Wat allows with lots of space to chill out.
Written 13 February 2022
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Valter M
Milan, Italy3,426 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
It is a Top Buddhist Hill temple. The temple's centerpiece is a 21-meter-tall statue of the mendicant monk Phra Siwalih, who was the son of Princess Suppawasah, daughter of the king of Kohliya. In Myanmar he is known as Shin Thiwali, and is usually depicted holding a Burmese-style pad bai lahn or pad yot, which is an ecclesiastical fan used by monks. Large statues of Phra Siwalih are found around Thailand with the giant statue at Suk Kasem Thammikaram in Angthong, at 39 meters tall, said to be the largest in the world.
The rest of the Temple doesn't have much to say.
The rest of the Temple doesn't have much to say.
Written 20 March 2024
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pierremichelshanghai
Bangkok, Thailand1,250 contributions
Jul 2020
The temple is located on top of a hill overlooking the Hua Hin bay. The temple it self is not very special, but the seren atmosphere and great views are very enjoyable. You can either access the top by stairs or with your car
Written 22 July 2020
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DenmarkPer
Denmark13 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
Get a great local experience, Take a trip to Kao Tao, the temple the village, the small shops, the Beach, its all good, quit and a superp experience
Written 31 December 2018
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pianocello
Shah Alam, Malaysia1,944 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
You will probably have the temple all to yourself if you visit. Good photo opportunities and beautiful to look at. There's also a good view of Hua Hin. There's no public transport here so make sure you have a car waiting for you.
Written 19 December 2018
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Viraj S
New York City, NY153 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
Wonderful place for self reflection and solace. Friendly monks and has a peaceful atmosphere. Can visit.
Written 1 February 2017
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Jan G
Aalten, The Netherlands211 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
It is listed as viewpoint aside of the road. But is is far more than that. A magnificent building, great views, terrace for a coffee and so on. Jst visit it to enjoy the area and the building.
Written 15 May 2019
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John G
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May 2018 • Couples
nice place to see Hua Hin city and around the mountain from the top of the hill, 360 view to all area
Written 21 May 2018
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gwallace02
Hua Hin, Thailand
What is called when women go there and stay few days and wear white and is that going on at this time
Written 19 October 2017
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