Orthodox temple on Koh Samui - temple of the Ascension of the Lord
On June 13, 2013, a freshly built temple in honor of the Ascension of the Lord was solemnly opened on Koh Samui. The location for the construction was very beautiful, but difficult, on a steep mountainside on the outskirts of the village of Lamai. In fact, there is nothing special to tell about the temple, everything can be seen in the pictures..
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Orthodox temple on Koh Samui
A beautiful, light, and at the same time very simple-looking temple, painted in blue and white. Stands among private villas and resorts on a steep mountainside, and its terrace offers stunning sea views over rooftops and treetops. The temple is quite active, regularly holding baptismal ceremonies, weddings and other church rituals. It is one of the most demanded objects of religion, which Russian tourists constantly ask about. The rector of the temple is Father Aleksey, who lives on Samui with his family and has been involved in the affairs of the temple since its foundation.
There are very few people. When I went there in January, there was no one there during the day. The church was opened.
Orthodox temple on Koh Samui
Temple on Koh Samui named after the Ascension of the Lord
How to get there
The site with the temple is located on the eastern side of the island, a three-minute drive from the ring road. For those who drive from Lamai to Hua Thanon, the turn to the temple is on the right, through the oncoming lane, immediately after MACRO, and it is kind of super-invisible, even with a signpost. And the section of the ring road itself is extremely busy and emergency, so I do not recommend breaking the markings and taking risks. It's better to drive a little further and find a place to turn..
It is much more convenient to turn to the temple when moving from the side rocks Khin Ta Khin Yai, the main thing is not to rush and look for the blue plate on the post with the inscription «Temple». If you have reached MACRO, then you have already passed the required turn..
There is a pointer on the post under the wires. Photo taken on the road from Lamai to Hua Thanon
Information to visit
The temple is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. The schedule of services can be viewed directly on the website of the temple. From the local nuances that you need to know - there is little parking space and a rather steep climb to the temple.
Candle 20 baht, health and peace 100 baht.
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Orthodox Church of the Ascension of the Lord on Koh Samui
Orthodox Church of the Ascension of the Lord on Koh Samui
A well-hidden Orthodox church that you won't find the first time.
There is a small parking lot, open around the clock.
More about the temple.
A well-hidden Orthodox church that cannot be found the first time. There is a small parking lot, open around the clock. More about the temple.