Khao Tha Phet

Khao Tha Phet is a limestone hill and viewpoint in Makham Tia Sub-district, Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani city. Rising about 210 metres above the city, it is known for its panoramic viewpoint over Surat Thani, the Tapee River and surrounding lowlands, and for the Si Surat Stupa on its summit enshrining Buddha relics. The hill is a well-known city landmark and recreational area.

Visitors can drive or ride up a steep paved road to a summit viewpoint with a platform and the Si Surat Stupa (Phra That Si Surat). Expect open views over Surat Thani city, the Tapee River and distant hills, a small Buddhist stupa area for merit-making, forested slopes inhabited by macaques, and quiet surroundings for sightseeing and photography. The site is compact and explored on foot around the viewpoint and stupa terrace.

The Si Surat Stupa on the summit was constructed in 1957 to enshrine Buddha relics and has since served as a symbolic landmark of Surat Thani. The hill itself has long been used as a natural lookout over the city and Tapee River basin.

The hilltop stupa is a respected Buddhist site where locals make merit and pay respect to Buddha relics. Khao Tha Phet is regarded as a city symbol and a communal viewpoint for residents and visitors.