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At a glance
- Where
- Samae San, Sattahip, Chon BuriOpen in Google Maps
- Opening hours
- 06:00 to 18:00
- Phone
- 092 662 8987
Source: DASTA (Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration): Wat Chong Samae San listing, checked 14 Oct 2026
What the temple is
DASTA describes Wat Chong Samae San as the old temple of Samae San subdistrict, founded in the reign of King Rama V. At its centre stands a statue of Thao Maha Phrom, 7.8 m tall and 4.99 m wide.
Its Rahu shrine draws visitors who believe that passing under it brings success at work, prosperity and happiness, and clears away bad luck. Afterwards, people whisper a wish to a rat sculpture, believed to carry it to Ganesha.
Visiting
Samae San is the fishing village at the southern end of the Sattahip coast, a long drive south of Pattaya. Combine it with the beaches there: see beaches near Pattaya.
Dress and behave as at any working temple: covered shoulders and knees, shoes off before you enter a hall, and quiet during prayers. See Thai etiquette.
Who it suits
It suits a day on the coast south of Sattahip, and visitors curious about Thai folk beliefs. For temples nearer the city, compare temples and culture.
Questions
What are Wat Chong Samae San's opening hours?
06:00 to 18:00, in DASTA's listing read on 14 October 2026.
Is there an entry fee at Wat Chong Samae San?
DASTA's listing gives no admission fee. As at other working temples, a donation is welcome but not required.
Where is Wat Chong Samae San?
In Samae San subdistrict, Sattahip district, at the southern end of the coast south of Pattaya. DASTA's listing gives no street address.
