This shrine is a statue of a Hindu deity, which sits proudly in one of the busiest parts of this vibrant city, receiving literally millions of visits every year.
Perched high upon its own dedicated island, the Big Buddha of Koh Samui glints golden in the sun, quietly surveying the buzz of island life going on below.
Escape the bustle of Pattaya and float along the gentle canal of this aquatic market, taking in the sounds and scents of traditional Thai culture and cuisine.