Wat Khao Sukim was originally a meditation retreat on a mountain locally known as Khao Ikim. Later, in 1964, the villagers invited Phra Ajarn Somchai Thitiviriyo and monks and novices from the nearby Noen Din Daeng monastery to reside on Khao Ikim. Phra Ajarn Somchai developed the temple into a large, well-known temple and renamed it Khao Sukim.

In addition, the Wat Khao Sukhim High School and Wat Khao Sukhim Hospital were established for the benefit of the public. The Wat Khao Sukhim Museum is located on the 3rd floor of the 60th Anniversary Celebration Building and houses a large collection of artifacts, such as various Buddha statues made of stone and bronze, Chinese porcelain of both small and large sizes. Additionally, there are stone axes, gongs, pots, jars, knives, swords, bronze ornaments, and coconut graters, among others.

In the upper floor of the temple museum, a large collection of antiquities is kept, such as Buddha statues in various poses made of both stone and bronze, Chinese ceramic ware of both small and large sizes. In addition, there are stone axes, gongs, pots, jars, knives, swords, bronze ornaments, coconut graters shaped like rabbits, and so on.

• Private Car: Travel along Highway 3 (Sukhumvit Road) from Chanthaburi towards Tha Mai District. At the Khao Rai Ya Intersection, turn left onto Road No. 3322 towards Tha Mai District. Look for signs indicating the way to Wat Khao Sukim.

• Public Transport: Take a 'songthaew' (local bus/truck taxi) on the Chanthaburi-Tha Mai route, and then hire a motorcycle taxi or a regular taxi to the temple, which is approximately 20 kilometers from Tha Mai town.

• Best Season to Visit: It is recommended to visit during the winter season November - January, as the weather is comfortably cool and the sky is clear, offering the best visibility for scenic views.

• Dress Code: As it is a religious site, please dress politely and respectfully, refraining from wearing sleeveless shirts, shorts, or skirts above the knee.

• Hill Transportation: The temple provides an electric tram service for ascending and descending the hill, to facilitate the elderly and tourists.

Admission Fee:

• Free of Charge

Opening Hours:

• General daily hours: 06:00 AM - 05:00 PM

• Special note: The electric tram service operates until 04:30 PM.