Accessibility : By road,862 km. from Bangkok.About 11 hrs' drive.Daily coach services between BKK and Phuket available from Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal.By air,1.20 hrs,several flight daily.
The word Phuket was formerly believed to have come from the Melayan word Bukit,which means a mountain. However,it has recently been discovered that Phuket is actually a Thai word meaning a mountain (phu) of jewel (ket).
Formerly known as koh (Island) Thalang,Phuket was only noted for it rich tin ores,from which its wealth was derived.Today it is better known as a tourist paradise, a most rewarding place for a holiday makers.With its magnificent long white beaches,its luxuriant vegetation.its crystal blue sea water,its fantastic undersea scenery,its clam relaxing tropical atmosphere,and its prawns,lobster and other kinds of seafood,Phuket-the Pearl of the Andaman Sea-entices many travelers to visit her again and again.
Getting to Know
- Phuket is located approximately 862 kilometers south of Bangkok.
- There are only two seasons in a year - the green season (May to October) and the hot season ( November to April).
- Phuket is divided into 3 administrative counties namely Amphoe Meang.Amphoe Thalang and Amphoe Kathu.
- The province official slogan is "The pearl of the Andaman, southern heaven,Golden Beaches,Two Heroines,Divine power of Chaem monk"
Old Buildings in the Sino-Portuguese style mixed with modern constructionsnfrom the unique identity of the town of Phuket.
If you want to relax and get fresh atmosphere under the trees with lots of monkeys flying above.Here is you are.This place is also the best place to take a panoramic view point of the town.
Chalong Temple is the most beautiful temple on the island which its beauty and elaborately decorated can attract a thousand visitor to visit in everyday.It opens from 8:00am till 17:00pm in the evening.
The most beautiful sunset view point in Thailand is here,where the people meet and getting together in the same time (Evening).Here is also the land mark of Phuket Island.Miss this beautiful place means you haven't come to Phuket yet.
Yanui Beach is another beautiful beach of Phuket which has just found and here is the best view to see the sunset as well.It can be reached only 3 minutes from Phromthep Cape.
Naiharn Beach is another beautiful beach of Phuket which can be reached in only 5 minutes from Phromthep Cape.It is ideal local for swimming all year round except September-October during which there are big waves due to the monsoon. Accommodations are available.
Kata Beach Composed of 2 lovely beaches called Kata Yai (Big Kata) and Kata Noi (Small Kata) separated from each other by small headland,Kata Beach is suitable for holiday maker who look for tranquil surroundings with bright sun,white sand,a clam clear sea and colorful under water world.
