Wat Khao Tham

A temple on a hill above Ban Tai, looking over the south coast to Samui; people come up for the sunset too. It is known as a place of meditation: for many years it ran ten-day vipassana courses for foreigners. The centre's website no longer works, and we could not confirm whether the courses still run.

During a course parts of the grounds are closed to visitors, and quiet is asked for everywhere.

• Shoulders and knees covered, shoes off
• Keep your voice down and ask before photographing people
• Entry is free, donations are welcome
• Ask about meditation courses at the temple itself