| Phuket is an incredible tourist destination, located in the | | | | walks. |
| sparkling waters of the Andaman Sea, on the | | | | No visit to Phuket would be complete without touring |
| south-west coast of Thailand. Acknowledged as the | | | | its historical and cultural sites such as Old China Town, |
| 'Pearl of the South' and the 'Jewel of the Andaman | | | | dotted with elegant Sino-Portuguese mansions. Also, |
| Sea,' Phuket is only an hour flying from Bangkok. | | | | take a tour to the elegant temples in the region, like, |
| Phuket is also the largest island in Thailand, and is | | | | Wat Chalong - one of the biggest shrines in the region; |
| credited to be the only island in the country with status | | | | Wat Phra Thong, whose highlight is a huge half buried |
| of a province. Formerly known as Talang, Phuket | | | | image of the Buddha; and Wat Phranangsang, |
| boasts of a rich as well as long history dating back to | | | | dedicated to two heroines who defeated the Burmese |
| more than 500 years. Phuket once served as an | | | | invaders in the Battle of Thalang. Equally worth |
| important trade route between India and China. | | | | mentioning are the interesting museums of the region, |
| The island also flourished as a center for tin | | | | including, Phuket Sea Shell Museum and Thalang |
| manufacturing processes, which in turn attracted many | | | | National Museum. |
| Europeans including the Dutch and the British. Perhaps, | | | | Covered with forested hills, the island is also home to |
| the most important segment of Phuket's history is the | | | | such attractions as Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, |
| Battle of Thalang, during which Burmese invaders | | | | which comes with dazzling waterfalls and unique as |
| were defeated. Phuket still retain its old world charm, | | | | well as rich flora and fauna, apart from an |
| and provides gamut of attractions, covering impressive | | | | eight-kilometer hiking path. Phuket's attractions also |
| palm-fringed beaches, beautiful coves and bays, lush | | | | include Butterfly Garden and Insectarium - a large |
| green mountains, cascading waterfalls, and ancient | | | | open-air enclosure housing thousands of varied |
| mansions reflecting Indo-Portuguese architecture. | | | | butterflies amid lush greenery; Marine Biological |
| The prime draw of Phuket is undoubtedly its gorgeous | | | | Research Centre - an aquarium featuring a variety of |
| coastline, which is a fine blend of amazing white sandy | | | | saltwater and freshwater fish; Promthep Cape - |
| beaches, rocky outcrops, and spectacular limestone | | | | providing enchanting views of the sunsets; and Gibbon |
| cliffs. Many of the top beaches in the area are | | | | Rehabilitation Centre. |
| clustered around the western coastline, such as | | | | A specialty of Phuket is its fresh, authentic sea food |
| Patong Beach, Kamala Beach, and Karon Beach. Kata | | | | cuisines, which is famed across the world. Likewise, |
| Beach, Surin Beach, Bang Tao Beach, Laem Sing | | | | after a day of adventure sports or sightseeing in |
| Beach, Chalong Bay, Panwa Beach, Nai Ham Beach, | | | | Phuket, don't forget to take a rejuvenating spa |
| Nai Yang Beach, Mai Khao Beach. | | | | massage. A plethora of spa therapy centers and spa |
| Rawai Beach are the other popular beaches in Phuket. | | | | resorts are available across the island, providing |
| With these scores of beaches, Phuket is truly a haven | | | | relaxing spa treatments and massages. Along with |
| for water sport lovers. Just think of any of the water | | | | other activities, Phuket provides superb options for |
| sport activities, it would be easily available in Phuket. | | | | shopping in the form of a multitude of stores and |
| A range of tour operators and dive shops operate | | | | bazaars and night markets. |
| here to provide you excellent choices to enjoy a | | | | If you are looking for something different during your |
| variety of water sport activities such as fishing, | | | | stay at Phuket, then head to Phuket Town to view |
| kayaking, diving, snorkeling, rafting, sailing, scuba diving, | | | | Muay Thai, a kind of Thai boxing. There are even |
| and more. Many of them even provide services of an | | | | training centers to master this traditional discipline. |
| expert guide in order to assist you in enjoying water | | | | Above all, a great attraction of the island is its exciting |
| sport activities. Phuket is not only a destination to enjoy | | | | as well as vibrant nightlife, with a variety of pubs, bars, |
| water sport activities but also to enjoy a range of | | | | nightclubs, go go bars, and restaurants to choose from. |
| other activities such as golfing, trekking, and nature | | | | |