The Buddha statue depicts Buddha in a state of calm and purity and resolve, having overcome temptation and fear sent at him by Mara, Lord of Illusion. Known as the Mara posture, the left hand rests palm open and up in the statue's lap, the right hand facing down over the right knee, almost to the ground.[1]
There is a second, smaller Buddha statue, depicting the Maitreya of the Future[1] and a collection of bells around the temple's rear side.
The temple design has elements of animism, Brahminism and Buddhism in its architecture. As in many Thai temples, nāga statues line the staircase. There is a bazaar within the temple grounds selling tourist items as well as amulets and other Buddhist items.[1]
There are many restaurants and shops around the temple in the area known as Big Buddha Beach (Bang Rak).[2]