Wat Suwan Khiri Khet, Phuket

One of the lesser known temples in the city of Phuket is the Wat Suwan Khiri Khet Temple. Dedicated to the Buddha, this modest little temple is the perfect place to get away from the crowded beaches and other cliché tourism of Phuket.

Located just a half a kilometer from the beach along the Patak Road, the Wat Suwan Khiri Ket Temple is the perfect hideout for a quiet meditation. Boasting a small yet beautiful structure with ornate Buddhist architecture, the Temple is a brilliant combination of Chinese and Buddhist designs.

On entering the temple you are greeted by two gigantean serpents or Nagas, whose bodies encircle the entire complex. The Temple maintains a beautiful garden which is open to visitors at all times. People come here to meditate, and enjoy the peaceful environment. The main entrance is guarded by two ferocious ‘yaks’, which guard the beautiful black sapphire Buddha along with Kali (Hindu goddess) adorned on a cow. The interior walls of the temple depict the life of Buddha, describing the events of his ten lives and his course to enlightenment. All in all, the Wat Suwan Khiri Khet Temple is a must visit in Phuket.