Khao Khad Views Tower Phuket

Khao-Khad Views Tower is another popular view point among tourists. They always make a visit to capture the impressive scenery at this tower. From this tower, tourists can enjoy the 360-degree view such as Chalong bay, Panwa cape, Sire island, Bon island, tiny and large islands around Phuket including Phuket city. This tower was built according to Vichit district office project. It is believed that seeing at the peak of this tower will give one the chance to savor the air lingered around. The irresistible picturesque view always tempts tourists to take photos. If you are lucky enough, you may have a chance to experience fog. As the cape is around 3 or 4-storey building high, only those who are healthy and own strong will can reach the peak. There are hundreds of stairs waiting for you ahead. In the past, the path to Khao-Khad cape was very steep. Therefore walking up and down was extremely dangerous. Another feature which added up the exhausted task was light-brown stone. This kind of rough stone was a major cause of slipping. Luckily, nowadays the path is improved into asphalt pathway in order to provide convenience and safety. The road is expanded and footpath is marked for those who like to exercise by walking. 

For those who travel to Khao-Khad cape by car, there is a convenient spacious parking lot provided. At the cape hill, there are souvenirs stalls and clean restrooms for service. Khao-Khad cape is located at Makham bay and Panwa cape. It is another viewpoint of Phuket province.

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Khao Prataew Rainforest National Park

For tourists who love travelling to natural places and investigate different kinds of plants, animals and ecosystem, KhaoPhraThaeo Wildlife Conservation Development and Extension Station is your answer. Most tourists imagine of beautiful beaches when planning the trip to Phuket, but, at the same time, there are so many ecological touristic places not far away from the city waiting for them to experience. KhaoPhraThaeo Wildlife Conservation Development and Extension Station was established in July in 1969 covering the area of approximately 13,925 fields. It is one of the fully abundant natural conservation. Many kinds of wildlife are found in this place such as wild boars, monkeys, bears and chevrotains. Moreover, the rare plants like “White Elephant Palm” was first found in this national park.

Not far from this national park, you can also visit a breathtaking natural touristic place called Tonsai Waterfall. This small-sized waterfall with high level of water during the rainy season is 22 kilometers away from the city. The place is filled with big shady trees and places to relax. There is also a natural trail for those who love trekking and taking impressive photos of this natural place. Officers from the station are there to help you along the way.

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Kathu Waterfall Phuket

Besides beautiful beaches, there are many other touristic places. So, when you finish swimming in the beach, do not forget to visit those splendid waterfalls in Phuket as well. One of them is a small waterfall called Kathu; it is 4 kilometers away from the municipal office. This waterfall is one of the most popular touristic places among Thai and foreigners.

Tourists can come up the stairs to see Kathu waterfall; the distance is 130 meters with 3-tiered height. The first tiered is for wading in where 3 dams can be found there. It is a small and clear waterfall. The children are safe playing around this area. The next level is for relaxing; there are benches ad tables provided for tourists in order to chill and have lunch in the midst of beautiful nature. The top level offers the nature trails where there are thick trees full of various kinds of flora; this is perfect for walking along the fall’s trail.

The perfect season for visiting Kathru waterfall is during the rainy season around July until December. Because of the small size of the fall, there is not much water stream flowing as it should be. Still, this is the popular place for tourists who like natural trekking. 

There are a delicious restaurant at the entrance and the parking lot available for tourists.

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Hat Surin Phuket

Surin Beach is another well-known beach in Phuket. It is known for its white fine sands and glistening emerald jade clear water. Surin beach is located on the foot of the hills surrounded by green palms. At the north of the beach is a golf course. The beach is ideal for surfing lovers as there are big waves during the monsoon season. Therefore, the tourists visit here throughout the year. 

Moreover, facilities, resorts, luxury hotels or bungalows, restaurants, shopping places are all provided. You can also enjoy your nightlife at the pubs or bars on the beach. However, public transport may not be that convenient as the beach is very popular and there are many tourists each day.

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Jui Tui Shrine Phuket

Jui Tui Shrine or JuiTui Tao Bo Geng is a Chinese shrine located in Koh Phuket. Originally, “Jui” in Chinese means water. For “Tui,” it means a white mortar. In the past, a wide canal that can contain a great quantity of water was situated in front of the shrine. Villagers agreed to build turbines in order to use the water power to pound rice after having harvested. This is the origin of the name of the shrine. This shrine usually holds a vegetarian festival in which Phuket people, Chinese, Thai people participate together with the Chinese Opera Troupe. Several Phuket people have studied and attended many ceremonies since the first day until the last day of the festival. In this festival, Go Teng Pillar is annually inaugurated. In addition, 9 Chinese lanterns will be lit, which symbolically means that the vegetarian festival has commenced. Several religion-related performances to show the divine power such as the spiritual mediation, walking on fire, expelling bad things by bathing in boiling oil, a ceremony to pay respect to gods as well as a procession along roads are held. The festival lasts for 9 days. If you pay a visit in the shrine, you will sense a great atmosphere possessing the magnificent national work of art and culture. The red and golden color is highlighted so as to give a sense of luxury and to bring good luck, according to the Chinese. Moreover, statues of Chinese gods are there for the public to pay a respect to. This shrine is located in SoiPuthorn next to Pudjo Shrine. According to the history of this shrine, it is related to Bang Niew Shrine; that is to say, after the fire had broken out at the shrine in SoiRommanee, some leaders decided to separate and established a shrine in the area of Ban Bang Niew which is nowadays Bang Niew Shrine.


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Hat Yai Nui Phuket

Hat Yai Nui is a small beach tucked between Phromthep Cape and Hat Rawai, featuring steep headlands. Swimming is not advised during the monsoon season.


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Hat Rawai Phuket

Rawai was the fisherman village in the old days. It is now a popular place for longer-stay visitors with more choices of resorts, apartments and restaurants serving expat communities. A long-tail boat rental service is also available to nearby islands, too.


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Hat Patong Phuket

With half-moon shape of sloped, white-powdery beach considered the most beautiful on the island, Patong was the first beach in Phuket that was developed to serve local and international tourists. The three-kilometer beach is now Phuket’s tourist central with the most choices of accommodations, restaurants, spas, tourist-related services and shopping venues. The vibe here is dynamic so it lures in more of younger tourists who love to experience the fun and challenging water sports such as jet ski, wind surf and parasail. At the center of Patong finds Bang La, a nightlife central with selections of bars and clubs for every preferences.


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Hat Nai Han Phuket

Located between Kata Beach and the sunset view point Phromthep Cape, approximately 18 kilometers from Phuket town, Hat Nai Han is blessed with powdery sand, clear water, lush rubber trees and beautiful lagoons. The area is not yet under the tourists’ spotlight you wil then enjoy a quieter, unspoiled beach a.m.bience. Swimming is not recommended during the monsoon season during May - October, though. This beach can be reached by songthaeos (pick-up taxis), which leaves from the intersection of Ranong Road and the fountain circle. The fare is 25 Baht / person / trip. In addition, visitors can also charter tuk-tuks which costs a lot more at 150 Baht to 200 Baht / trip.

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Hat Karon Phuket

Karon is a four-kilometre long beach south of Patong, making it is one of the longest beaches in Phuket. Its character is quieter with fewer tourists than Patong, with a variety of accommodation and restaurant options, from upscale to affordable and from classic to cutting-edge.

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Hat Nui Phuket

Nui means small in Thai Southern dialect, and that suggests the character of the beach. Hat Nui is a small beach laid Kata and Nai Han beaches. Getting there is still difficult, as the road is not yet developed, you might need a four-wheel drive vehicle or moto-cross bikes.


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Hat Kata Phuket

Kata is a sister beach of Karon, located southward from Karon Beach. The golden sand beach is best known as a home to the world-famous, activity-focused resort of Club Med. South of Kata Beach, divided be a steep cliff, is a more private and compact beach of Kata Noi. 


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Hat Kamala Phuket

A peaceful, quiet beach located two kilometers north of Kalim and Patong beaches, Kamala is home to Phuket’s luxurious resorts and Phuket’s muslim community.


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Dino Park Mini Golf Phuket

Discovering the new and exciting golf experience. This 18-hole mini-golf course, located beside Marina Cottage on Karon Beach, is set in a prehistoric atmosphere where visitors can enjoy golfing in a Jurassic Park-like surroundings. The place is kids-friendly and there’s also a restaurant and bar to serve up your feasts. 

Opening hours: Daily 10:00am - midnight

Contact: 0 7633 0493-7 or visit www.dinopark.com

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Chino-Portugal Architecture Building Phuket

Phuket is one of the oldestcities with a long history in Thailand. This old town used to be the important port of the west of Malay Peninsula where Chinese people from oversea came for settling business and where cassiterite can be found. Phuket used to be ruled by the western both Portugal and Holland. This is why Phuket becomes major growing community and becomes the meeting location for those two major cultures from two different countries.

The old buildings situated in Phuket town certainly represent the prosperity of the culture. These old buildings have been constructed more than hundred years since the mining business was popular. The architectural style is European mixed with Chinese modern called “Sino-Portuguese” style; it is often a medium single or two-storied building with more area inside than the wideness. From the tiles, doors, perforated windows to other details, they are all influenced by Chinese and European style mixed together. You can visit these buildings at Thalang road, Deebook road, PhangNga road, Yaowarat road and Krabi road.

These buildings are not only the symbol of Phuket town, but are also part of local people’s daily lives until the present. They function as a city hall, provincial court, Siam City Bank, office places and other residences; they are well taken care of by the new generation. Also, nowadays Phuket city municipal has provided old part of city’s walking route for tourists in order to appreciate these buildings and the daily life of people in Phuket. The distance for sightseeing the old part of Phuket is approximately 4.6 kilometers with short 6 routes. For those who are interested in experiencing Phuket’s old atmosphere, these routes are certainly perfect for the visit.

For more information, contact Phuket Municipal Office Tel. 07-621-4325

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Bang Niew Shrine Phuket

People call Bang Niew Shrine many names such as Tao Boo Geng Shrine or Arm Boo Tueng (Arm is the name Phuket people use to mean a shrine). Or it is commonly known as Dhebrasi Foundation or Chai Tueng Foundation. Villagers call it Tao Bo Geng. This shrine is considered as an ancient shrine as it was established in 1904. It is known that a Chinese opera troupe called “Gang Chai Yi Troupe” travelled from China to perform at Trok Mao Gao later known as SoiRomanee at present. At that moment, since there was a shrine located there, PraTienHooNguanSoi (Lao Yia) was brought for the public to make merits. Not long after that, a vegetarian festival and a tradition to observe religious precepts have existed up to now and villagers in that neighborhood have pinned such an unshakeable faith that a great number of people engage in the activities.Later, an accident in which fire broke out at the shrine occurred and no one knew the cause of the fire and a group of villagers decided to install PraTienHooNguanSoi (Lao Yia) at Arm Bang Niew (which is Bang Niew Shrine nowadays) and they co-operate to build a wooden shrine of which the roof is made of Nipa palm and 4-5 years later the same accident of which the cause is unknown took place. So, villagers agreed to install PraTienHooNguanSoi (Lao Yia) in the place opposite to the scene. They believe so strongly in the holy statue that the number of visitors has surged unexpectedly and the place become too narrow. The troupe led by KhunLerdpatarukagreew to expand the area of the shrine and transform the shrine into a concrete building which has enough capacity. The arc was built and carved in a Chinese dragon. Once entering the shrine, you will see two lion statues and the wall is colorfully painted as Chinese creatures believed to bring luck and tales telling the story appearing in the Chinese literature. In addition, every pillar is a dragon pillar, which makes the shrine look more colorful.


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Baan Teelanka Phuket

Baan Teelanka is the first amazing location of thailand.Lionel Richie’s feel-good 80s tune is ready to apply in a more literal sense.The opening of Phuket is unconvenitionally ,miraculously and exciting for traveler because location is up side down house which will enable visitors to actually dance, or walk, or crawl on the ceiling. Impress your friends.You can take a photo  and share the unconventional picture on the social network. 

In addition, tnto there  is the garden maze for activity before or after visiting Baan Teelanka our maze is a creation of Adrian Fisher Design Ltd United Kingdom.An award-winning company considered the world’s leading maze designer with a portfolio of more than 500 facilities in 30 countries.

Both Baan Teelanka and the garden mase are suitable to tournament game for company groups or children/schools activities. Baan Teelanka is the first of its kind in Thailand and is set to become a must see for any tourist visiting the island.

Baan Teelanka ticket price are 250 BHT for adult 150 BHT for children ( only 4-11 years old )

The garden maze ticket price are 150 BHT for adult 100 BHT for children ( only 4-11 years old )

operating everydays 10.00am. - 6.00 pm.

ask for information www.upsidedownhouse-phuket.com

Tel : 0844565279

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Ao Sane Phuket

For tourists who love seclusion and peace, and seek a magnificent place that is free of people, Ao Len is an excellent target. It has a very small beachthat is not entirely white and the sand is slightly coarser compared tothat of other beaches. The beach encompasses a range of small and large rocks, is rather quiet and has few visitors. It does, however, offer facilities for tourists – accommodation at medium-grade hotels or in small bungalows can be found not far from the beach, and there is one restaurant.Ao Len might not be suitable for those who like nightlife and shopping areas. There are neither entertainment activities, nor pick-up points or taxis.In other words there are no facilities or amusement activities. It is not, therefore, appropriate for those who are fond of light and/or sound and/or shopping. 

Although Ao Len is small compared to other tourist locations, itis just as good as they are because it is quite close to Nai Han beach and it takes only a short time to get there from the latter. 

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Ao Bang Thao Phuket

Bang Thao is one of Phuket’s longest beaches located in Cherng Talay neighborhood. It was formerly a large tin mining site, Phuket’s main industry in the old days, but now a location of the luxurious resorts and golf course of the Laguna complex. The beach itself is quite steep with high waves, it is not friendly for shallow-water snorkeling or amateur swimmers.

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ฺBob's Kite School Phuket

Thailand, Phuket is one of the best places to learn Kitesurfing. Perfect weather, 28 up to 32 degree and flat,warm water the all year around. Phuket is Thailand’s largest island, 900 km south of Bangkok in the Andaman Sea. The tourism center of Phuket goes along the west coast from Nai Harn over Patong, Karon, Kata, Surin and Nai Yang beach; you will find bustling bars, restaurants, custom tailors and tourism attractions. Our friendly IKO instructors are the most experienced kiteboarders since year 2000. Experience is nothing, if the instructor can’t communicate with the student. We take care of our Students by teaching in 5 different languages.

Our IKO instructors are patient, good-natured and funny Guys, but Safety and fastest learning is our goal.  We are using for teaching, NORTH KITEBOARD equipment, LIQUID FORCE, SLINGSHOT and BEST Kites. Teaching with quality gear is one of the safest way to progress the learning curve. When you’re ready to buy equipment? Our partnership with NORTH KITEBOARDING, LIQUID FORCE KITEBOARDING, SLINGSHOT KITEBOARDING and  BEST KITEBOARDING allows us to get you up with the best and safest gear at the lowest possible price. You have your own gear? We’ll show you, how to use it safely and how to keep your kite and board tuned for a better performance. Learning to kite on your own can be a frustrating, dangerous, and expensive. Taking a kiteboarding lesson with a qualified IKO instructor will get you on the water faster and keep you safe!!!

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