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Wat Koh Wanaram (also known as Wat Wanararm, or Luang Por Khun) – in our opinion, the most interesting Thai Buddhist temple on Langkawi island. Its highlight is the statue of the Goddess of Mercy, Kuan Yin, being carved directly into a marble cliff. It's actually still a work in progress, having been under construction for several years — temples are built on donations, and there aren't many Buddhists on the island. Besides the statue, the temple grounds feature a landscaped park with ponds, streams, bridges, beautiful plants, and even gazebos. Eight stupas dedicated to different states of mind are also installed. Wat Koh Wanaram is slightly off the road and away from settlements, so it's always quiet and peaceful, and you can spend about an hour strolling the grounds.
There's an orchid farm nearby, which you could also visit.
🕐 Opening Hours
During daylight hours.
💵 Entry Fee / Ticket Price
Free.
🚶 How to Get There
The temple is in the west, about two kilometers from the center of Kuah town (on Langkawi map), a bit off the main road. You can get here by taxi or rental transport (a Grab taxi will cost about 30 ringgit). On the main road, Jalan Ayer Hangat, there's a sign for the temple and orchid farm (the farm is closed, no longer exists); after turning at the sign, drive another two hundred meters and turn left at the next sign. You can park for free in the temple lot.