Big Buddha Phuket

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BUDDHA

Big Buddha of Phuket is a 45-meter statue made of concrete and white marble. The Big Buddha is listed as one of the main attractions of the island. At the base of the statue, there is an observation platform with a view of the entire southern part of Phuket.

The Big Buddha statue is a religious site, so visitors are advised to come in modest attire and behave respectfully.

Location

Phuket, Thailand

Height

45 meters (148 feet)

Price

Free

Construction

2004 — present

Territory

7.8 ha

Opening hours

06:00 — 18:30

Большой Будда Пхукета

Temple complex

The territory of the complex with the Big Buddha statue occupies 7.8 hectares. Conventionally, it can be divided into three zones:

  • free parking for cars and mopeds
  • souvenir shops
  • restrooms
  • entrance to the complex
  • viewing platform and magical gong
  • monument to King Rama V
  • wide staircase to the Buddha statue
  • statue and temple of the Big Buddha
  • stone images of monks
  • hindu gods and goddesses
  • a 12-meter brass statue of the Thai people’s protectress Queen Sirikit
  • descending staircase

Interesting facts and features

Dress code

Visitors must have covered knees, shoulders, and chest.
Appropriate clothing includes long shorts or trousers, T-shirt or shirt.

Обезьяны на Большом Будде
monkeys

Do not feed the monkeys and do not approach them closely, as they can be aggressive. Scratches and bites from monkeys are dangerous for humans.

Волшебный гонг
Gong

You can rub the magic gong. Thais believe that only people with a pure soul can make the gong produce a melodious sound.

stairs

You can ascend to the Buddha statue using the wide staircase. However, a different staircase is designated for descent.

Медитация
meditation

For visitors of the Big Buddha temple complex, a free 7-minute meditation course is offered.

Трекинг До Биг будда
Hiking

There is a small hiking trail from the areas of Karon and Kata to the Big Buddha statue. The trail is approximately 2.5 km long. Read →

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Video of the Big Buddha

Location and opening hours

The statue of the Great Buddha is located in Chalong subdistrict in the southern part of Phuket. The nearest beaches are Karon and Kata.

Read about how to get to the Phuket Big Buddha →

Address

Karon, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83100

Operating hours

06:00 — 18:30

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FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions

The Big Buddha of Phuket has a height of approximately 45 meters (about 148 feet).

This is the largest Buddha statue in Phuket and one of the tallest in Thailand.

Visiting the Big Buddha in Phuket is free for everyone.

The staircase leading to the Big Buddha statue in Phuket consists of 95 steps.

Yes, the Big Buddha is a religious site, so you won’t be allowed in if your clothing is too revealing.

For women, knees, shoulders, and the décolletage area should be covered. The fabric should not be transparent or mesh.

For men, shoulders and knees should be covered. Long shorts or trousers, T-shirts, and shirts are suitable.

Near the entrance, you can buy a wrap-around skirt for 100-150 baht.

It can be too hot during the day, so it’s better to come in the morning or evening.

In the morning, it’s cool, and if you arrive around 06:30-07:00, you can enjoy the sunrise from the viewing platform.

In the evening, it’s usually more humid, but you can appreciate the sunset and the Buddha illuminated in the evening. It’s better to come around 17:00-17:30 and stay until sunset.

There are no cafes or restaurants within the complex itself. However, along the road leading to the hill where the Big Buddha statue is located, there are many restaurants where you can eat or have coffee, including those with terraces and panoramic views.

Keep in mind that the kitchens in most of these restaurants open at 10-11 am. Before that time, you can only order drinks.

Yes, but there is no exact schedule. Typically, the monks tie the bracelet during the day.

The monks themselves tie the bracelet for you and bless them. To do this, it is necessary to make a donation into a special bowl.

The easiest ways are to take a taxi, drive yourself by car/motorbike, or visit the statue as part of an island sightseeing tour.

Learn how to get to the Buddha in Phuket →

Yes, there is free parking for cars and motorbikes near the Big Buddha.

The route is not too difficult, but there are sections with steep ascents. It’s better not to walk after rain, as it washes out the trail and makes it slippery.

Make sure to bring water and wear sneakers.

More about hiking to the Buddha →