Open the appWat Khosit Wiharn (Wat Kosit Wihan)
Buddhist temple · Phuket Town, Phuket
Large monastic compound hidden behind a gate squeezed between shophouses, extending to the foot of Monkey Hill. Very local and rarely visited by tourists.
Wat Khosit Wihan is hidden behind a discreet gate squeezed between shophouses, then extends into a vast monastic compound all the way to the foot of Monkey Hill (Toh Sae). The place is very local and almost never visited by tourists. You'll discover the daily life of a monastery far from any staging. For curious travelers who like to get off the beaten path.
Our local tip
Covering clothing; do not feed the monkeys on nearby Monkey Hill and keep your belongings closed.
Practical info
- Address: Near Monkey Hill (Toh Sae), Phuket Town
- Opening hours: Daily 8:00am–6:00pm
- Area: Phuket Town
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