Hin Ta & Hin Yai, Ko Samui

Hin Ta & Hin Yai, which means Grandfather and Grandmother Rock respectively, is a pair of rock formations along the southeastern coast of Ko Samui, about 1 km south of Lamai. Hin Ta & Hin Yai are probably the most visited sights in Ko Samui, after the Big Buddha. What makes Hin Ta & Hin Yai such an oddity was that these two rock formations, a short distance from each other, are in the shape of the male and female genitalia.

In addition to viewing these curious rock forms, the scenery at Hin Ta & Hin Yai is spectacular. To reach the rocks, you need to pass along a path lined on both sides with souvenir stalls selling mostly items made from coconut shells and seashells.


The phallic-shaped Hin Ta rock formation.


Seascape at Hin Ta Hin Yai.

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