Tanote Bay is one of the more popular beaches in Koh Tao, surrounded by rolling hills and large boulders!
There is also a rock formation at this beach that is well known as being the best rock jumping spot on Koh Tao Island.
Tanote Bay Koh Tao is located on the eastern coastline of the island. It’s a short 15 minute drive from Sairee Beach, the main tourist hub on the island.
The best way to get around Koh Tao and to this beach is to rent a scooter for around 250 Baht per day.
Tanote Bay Koh Tao is one of the best places to watch the sunrise on the island as this bay faces east over the Gulf of Thailand.
There are a couple of beachside restaurants and resorts along the beach which make for the perfect spot to get something to eat and drink without having to leave the oceanside.
Snorkeling at this beach is also very popular with a very nice coral reef allowing you to see a variety of fish within an easy swimming distance of the beach.
The beach is worth a visit even with the ...
The Wat Saket Fair (known as Ngan Wat Phu Khao Thong or งานวัดภูเขาทอง), held at Wat Saket Ratchawora Maha Wihan (the Temple of the Golden Mount), is Bangkok’s most iconic temple fair. This 100+ year-old tradition honors the sacred Buddha relic enshrined in the 58-meter golden chedi atop the man-made “Golden Mountain.”
Typically a riot of street food, games, and cultural shows, the 2025 edition (October 29 – November 7) has been somberly adjusted to pay tribute to the recent passing of Somdet Phra Nang Chao Sirikit, the Princess Mother (announced October 24, 2025).
Entertainment and some vendor zones are canceled, shifting focus to spiritual reverence, merit-making, and quiet reflection—still a profound cultural anchor amid Loy Krathong’s glow (November 6).
The fair spans 10 days and 10 nights and is an important annual event in the heart of the city.
Wat Saket Fair 2025: Phu Khao Thong Temple Fair - Oldest Fair in Bangkok - Thailand 2025
Wat Saphan Floating Market, also known as Talat Nam Wat Saphan or Wat Saphan (Ratchaphruek) Floating Market, is a vibrant, community-driven waterside marketplace nestled along the Bang Noi Canal in the Taling Chan District of Bangkok, near the border with Nonthaburi Province.
Established relatively recently through collaborative efforts between local gardeners residing along the canal and the historic Wat Saphan temple, the market aims to revive traditional canal-based commerce while highlighting the temple’s rich heritage.
It operates as a weekend haven, open Saturdays and Sundays from approximately 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, drawing locals and visitors alike for its authentic, laid-back atmosphere that evokes Thailand’s classic floating market traditions.
The market’s layout blends land-based stalls with boat-accessible vendors, creating an immersive experience amid lush waterways lined with tropical vegetation. Wooden boats gently navigate the narrow canals, offering opportunities to browse ...
Wat Phra Dhammakaya is a prominent Buddhist temple in Thailand, known for its modern approach to Theravada Buddhism, large-scale meditation practices, and distinctive organizational structure. Located in Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province, just north of Bangkok, it is one of the largest temples in Thailand and has garnered both significant following and controversy.
• Founding (1970): Wat Phra Dhammakaya was established on February 20, 1970, by Luang Por Dhammajayo (Phrathepyanmahamuni) and his teacher, Chandra Khonnokyoong (known as Khun Yay Maha Ratana Upasika Chandra), a devoted lay Buddhist practitioner. The temple was founded on a 78-acre plot of donated land with the aim of reviving traditional Buddhist meditation practices, particularly the Dhammakaya meditation technique, which emphasizes visualization and inner light to achieve spiritual purification.
• Growth (1980s–1990s): The temple grew rapidly, attracting a large following due to its structured meditation programs, modern ...
