H in-Ta Hin-Yai, or Grandpa and Grandma, is a picturesque group of gigantic boulders on the seashore. They were called so, because some stone constructions persistently remind of female and male sex organs. There is one grandpa and one grandma. It is all about the power of imagination, though: some people distinguish several grandmas.

T his nature-made landmark is very much loved by tourists: it is always crowded here. The complex of tourist infrastructure has developed around Grandpa and Grandma. On the way to them you pass by a large souvenir market with beachwear, handiwork made of sea shells coconut shells, natural coconut cosmetics and bright sarongs. Right here, you can have a fruit shake or a fresh coconut. There is a paid parking lot in front of the market.

T here are stalls for food and souvenirs all along the path leading down to the rocks. Here, do not miss an opportunity to try "Kalamea" (the Thai equivalent of French caramel). This sweet is made from glutinous rice flour, palm sugar, and coconut cream. It’s soft and mildly sweet. This delicious Thai dessert is a specialty of southern Thailand, more specifically Koh Samui, thanks to the many coconut tree plantations here. This is one of the items Thai visitors always buy as souvenirs from Koh Samui for their friends and family.

H ow to find Grandpa and Grandma:Hin-Ta and Hin-Yai are situated in the southern end of Lamai Beach. Going down the ring road (4169), from the sea side look for a board with an inscription ‘Hin-Ta Hin-Yai’. A turn to the sight is beneath the board.
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