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Phuket Town
The provicincial
capital of Phuket boast a riotous night life and some pretty
decent daytime eateries, perfect for a beach getaway vacation.
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Patong Beach
One of the most
popular beaches in Phuket, this is the place to go to see the
flocks of vacationers at their strutting best.
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Promp Thep Cape
This area is famed
for its lovely view, particularly at sunrise or sunset. Its
popular with photographers and couples too.
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Rang Hill
The hill is
popular with the locals and is a great place for getting
panoramic views of Phuket Town.
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Methee Cashew Nut
Factory
One of the more
common ingredients in Asian cooking can be seen in all its glory
at this factory. Once done with the tour, you can also treat
yourself to some nuts, cooked in pretty much any way you want
them.
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Naga Pearl Farm
Located on Naga Noi
island, this commercial farm offers tours and demonstrations of
pearl culturing.
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Wat Chalong
Highly revered for
the superior healing skills of its abbots, this is one of
Phuket’s largest temples.
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Wat Phra Thong
This temple is
famous for its gold covered (now plaster covered) Buddha half
buried in the ground, as well as the legends that surround the
misfortunes that befall people who’ve tried to remove the
Buddha.
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Khao Phra Thaeo
National Park
This is one of the
few patches of rainforest left on the island, and is
particularly attractive for its waterfalls and lush flora.
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The Surin Islands
This national park
is great for diving, and is also the home of a colony of sea
gypsies.
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Phi-Phi Island
This is often
considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world, and
with its colourful coral reefs and limestone hills, its not
surprising.
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