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| One of the most fabulous waterfalls is located in Koh Samui (photo courtesy Kohsamui.com_ |
Running out of things to do in Koh Samui is practically impossible – although
the island is quite small in size, the tourist hotspot has an endless list of
activities for tourists to keep busy during their holidays.
With that said, tourists stumped as to what
they should be doing first upon arriving should consider paying a visit to HinLad Waterfall Temple. This place is frequently recommended by Koh Samui travel guides for a number of reasons, of which
includes beautiful images of Buddha, a garden, religious scriptures, and a
meditation area.
This forest monastery is situated within an
evergreen tropical jungle, which in turn helps enhance the serenity of the development.
Moreover, this establishment is usually busy during the weekend only – the time
of week wherein locals come to make merit or picnic at the waterfall nearby –
thereby giving tourists plenty of privacy during their visits.
Hin Lad also provides an excellent opportunity
for guests to meditate in tranquillity. This place is visited by locals who
need a break from their busy lifestyles, so tourists should be considerate to
those trying to reflect in silence.
Other islanders come here to attend regular
meditation workshops hosted by monks, nuns and trainers. These programs are
specially designed to help participants address certain problems, such as
issues they may be having at work or in a relationship with another individual.
While paying a visit to this panoramic temple
can be done any time of the year, Hin Lad is best appreciated when it starts
raining gently, as the green life appears to come to life and glisten as the
rain falls onto each leaf or petal within the garden and jungle.
Bringing along swimwear along for the trip is
also recommended, as rainy days make swimming in the large and small freshwater
pools an even more pleasant and fun-filled experience.
Those who’ve included hiking or getting a good workout
in their lists of things to do in Koh Samui
are in luck, as it’ll take 30 minutes to hike up the waterfall.
That being said, Koh Samui travel guides also recommend wearing a good
pair of hiking/walking shoes, and packing a bottle of water. Should anyone get
hungry during their trip, they can always feel free make a quick stopover at the
local restaurants located along the road going to the temple.
