Wat Kiri Wongkaram: Home to Samui's Mummified Monk
A Fascinating Glimpse into Thai Spirituality
At Wat Kiri Wongkaram, south of Nathon, The body of Samui's most famous mummified monk, Loung Pordaeng, is on display here in a specially constructed building. When he died more than 20 years ago, he was sitting in a meditation position. He is still in that same position and his body shows few signs of decay. An interesting attraction for adults and older children.