LOCATION

Thailand’s largest island, Phuket is set in the Andaman Sea on the west coast of Thailand, 867 kms. from the capital, Bangkok. It is the only island with provincial status. It was once a regional headquarters for the south, with a rich and colour ful history.

Phuket is an island connected by two bridges to southern Thailand’s Andaman Sea coast, in the Indian Ocean.
Phuket surrounded by 32 smaller islands that form part of the same administration, with a total area of 570 square kilometers.
Measured at its widest point, Phuket is 21.3 kilometers; at its longest, 48.7 kilometers.

North: Spanned by two bridges running side-by-side, the older Sarasin Bridge, and the newer Thao Thep Krasatri Bridge.
West: Andaman Sea.
East: Phang-Nga Bay
South: Andaman Sea

Attractions

Rawai Beach:
Rawai Beach is one of Phuket south coast significant beaches. It's not a swimming beach but a peaceful atmosphere with beautiful views. Enjoy delicious seafood restaurants along the beachfront or take a longtail boat to nearby islands. The beach offers a unique local feel and is perfect for a peaceful holiday.

Friendship Beach:
This is a sheltered secluded beach. The main appeals of Friendship Beach are the views across Chalong Bay to Cape Panwa, Lon and Coral Island. The sea is shallow and tidal but has a fascinating sea garden to explore many different types of habitats such as star fish, crabs, and corals. Fishing and kayaking are possible and recently the beach becomes popular for kite surfing activities.

Gypsy Village:
One of the most interesting sections of population in Phuket is Sea Gypsy. The Sea Gypsies don't have any written language. They do not speak Thai but their own language related closely to Malay and influenced by Thai. There are numerous shell shops and seafood stalls where the fisherman sell their catches of the day. Restaurants located around that area will cook the seafood clients bought freshly from the stalls at a very reasonable price.

Tesco Lotus Chalong:
Convenient store, banks, pharmacy, beauty salon, restaurants, shops, etc

Villa Market and HomePro:
Supermarket with International products, one stop shopping service for construction and decoration, restaurants, shops, etc.

7-11:
24 hours convenient store

Big Buddha:
Huge Buddha image sits on top of the Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata Beach. Because of its size, 45 metres high and 25 metres across at the base, it is easily seen from far away. The Buddha image reflects not only the faith of local people and visitors in Buddhism but also beautiful art and architecture. Plus, this place offers 360-degree views of the island.

Wat Chalong:
Chaithararam Temple, or known as Wat Chalong, dedicated to two highly venerable monks (Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang) who led citizens of local Phuket fighting against Chinese rebellion in 1876 and with their knowledge of herbal medicine helped the injured.The most recent major addition was the construction of a special chedi, 61.39 meters high, to house a fragment of bone from the Lord Buddha brought from Sri Lanka in 1999. It was installed in the chedi in September 2002 in a consecration ceremony presided over by HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, representing HM the King.

Chalong pier:
Most visitors to the islands south of Phuket depart from Chalong pier. It is the center of Phuket yachting and diving businesses.Chalong's most noticeable feature is its 720-metre long, seven-metre wide jetty. A parking area, restaurants, shops, tourist information kiosks, open-air waiting areas, and one-stop customes, immigration and harbor master service have been built to serve visitors.

Phuket Shooting Range/Adventure:
This is the biggest attractions and activities complex on Phuket Island. Founded in 1989 it offers a wide range of fun and exciting things to do: these include a shooting range, a racing go kart track, a snake farm and show, elephant trekking, paintball and 'airsoft' BB gun setup, ATV rides, and even a gems store and tea museum.

Tesco Lotus Ha Yaek:
Convenient store, banks, pharmacy, beauty salon, restaurants, shops, etc