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Ao Sane Beach
Ao Sane in Phuket, is a small, quiet beach made up of three bays. People can often be found here enjoying the demure tropical life, sampling some delicious seafood in the local restaurants or even doing a bit of snorkelling. There are also some nice bamboo huts for rent along the coast.
Banana Beach
One of the few untouched beaches of Phuket, Banana beach is situated on Coral Island (also known as Koh Hey), which lies south of the mainland. The beach looks tranquil, with clear blue waters and talcum-white sand. Mostly crowded during the high season, the prolific aquatic life makes for some great snorkeling and diving experiences. It is accessible by a speedboat ride from Chalong Pier.
Coral island is part of a national park and a marine preservation area with limited buildings.
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Bang Neow Shrine
The Bang Neow Shrine in Phuket is an old Chinese temple built around 1904. It has beautiful coloured interiors depicting the rich Chinese history and folklore, with carved dragons and around ten shrines for worship within the temple walls. Also known as Tao Buang Keng, it hosts the famous vegetarian festival in Phuket.
Bang Pae Waterfall
Among the famous waterfalls in Phuket, the picturesque Bang Pae waterfalls are situated in the east of the city in the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park. You enjoy a nice relaxed walk to the waterfall and have a good time in the shallow streams. There are also a couple of great seafood restaurants around for having a bite.
Bang Tao Beach
Bang Tao Beach can be called the luxury stretch of Phuket. This tiny beach stretches for only four miles or roughly six and a half kilometers, and is entirely populated with luxury resorts and vast villas. It offers swimming facilities, a few bars, and restaurants nearby. The famous beach club Catch is located here.
It is on a just a few minutes' away from the quaint little town of Cherng Talay, where the primary occupation of the villagers even today is fishing, farming and rubber tapping, like their ancestors. Freedom beach was part of the tin mine area where there were tin mines once upon a time and which made Phuket a vibrant place. Laguna Phuket, one of Asia's largest resort complexes, managed to transform Bang Tao Beach into a very profitable and award-winning Eco-project. There is, however, a recent addition to this area called 'Boat Avenue'. At the heart of Bang Tao' Boat Avenue', a cluster of trendy shops, interesting restaurants, and even a vast Villa Market is set up. Freedom beach hosts a Friday night market called 'Fun Friday Avenue Market' that is a lot more vibrant than 'Boat Avenue'.
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Bangla Road
Bangla Road or Soi Bangla is the hub of nightlife in Phuket. It is a merry 400-metre stretch of road close to Patong beach that has been cordoned off from traffic and is reserved for only walking. It has a vibrant display of bright lights, street performances, street vendors, restaurants, shops, bars, and much more.
Loud music and cheap booze shops lend it a happy vibe. Restaurants and pubs compete for customers, as do entertainers. Almost all bars and restaurants here are open-air or open-fronted, thus allowing passers-by to get a good glimpse of the inside. It is fun to simply walk down this street and watch the merrymakers and many things happening around. There are also some great discos on this stretch for those who love to dance. Bangla road also has many offshoots from Bangla Road like Soi Easy, Soi Sea Dragon and Soi Gonzo.
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Big Buddha
Nestled high up on the famous peak of Phuket above Chalong Bay, the 45 meters high Big Buddha or Ming Mongkol is one of the tallest statues in Thailand. It is located on Nakkerd Hill, less than 10 km from Kata, and is accessible by a 6km long uphill road. The view from the top is breathtaking. Make sure to dress appropriately.
Completely funded by public donations, the statue was under construction for a long time. Now that it has been completed, an up-close visit to this idol completely crafted out of white marble is worth one time. As you reach the top, a remarkable awe-inspiring sight of the island's southern coast and the Andaman Sea awaits you. If the visit is well-timed, you will also be treated to fabulous sunset. Another beautiful Buddha statue, a bit smaller and made entirely of brass, is also an impressive sight. The place is a temple greatly revered by locals and of high significance to Thai Buddhists, so be respectful of the templeÍs customs.
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Cape Panwa
Cape Panwa is a tiny peninsula in the eastern part of Phuket's mainland. Located at a distance of 34 kilometres from Phuket Airport, Cape Panwa is a hotspot for residents of neighbouring regions and visitors of Phuket. Though Cape Panwa is visited by many tourists, the place is still peaceful, has a laid back vibe and is quiet. The picturesque natural scenes, numerous restaurants and activities to indulge in, allow the tourists to savour the 'real' Phuket. The lovely Cape Panwa beach, the beach bars, beach resorts, viewpoints like the 'Khao Khad Views Tower' and a visit to a nearby village Khao Khad offer a blend of modern and traditional Thai experiences to tourists unlike the bling and bluster of cosmopolitan cities.
Cape Panwa beach or Khao Kat beach in south-west Phuket is known for its quiet solitude and luxury villas. Although not a swimming beach, it is ideal for taking long walks as it offers a beautiful view over the Chalong Bay and Lone Islands, as well as the adjoining mangrove swamps. The beach also has a few restaurants serving local cuisine where you can dine and enjoy the view.
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Chalong Bay Rum Distillery
An amazing way to relish your alcohol thirst is through a short tour of Chalong Bay Rum distillery situated at Chalong Bay area of Phuket.
Chalong Bay is an entrance to the south coast of Phuket island, which is mainly a mining region and too muddy to take swim. However, a stroll at the streets flanked by swaying coconut palms and restaurants serving mouth-watering seafood attracts tourists in large number. Also situated there is a Chalong Bay Rum distillery managed and run by a French couple, Marine Lucchini and Thibault Spithakis. The place is an ideal destination for alcohol lovers where an impressive 40-year old copper alembic is used to produce an award winning natural liquor. One can book a group tor and cocktail workshops in advance (advisable).
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Chalong Bay
Chalong, also known as Chalong Pier or Chalong Bay, is island's greatest bay with a port, shopping, and residential area, located on the east-central part of Phuket. Many major Phuket attractions like Wat Chalong and the Big Buddha are located in the area along with entertainment activities like Phunaka Golf Course and Phuket Bird Park. Ao Chalong Yacht Club is also a popular hub for sailing races and parties.
As a popular starting point for close-by islands like Phi Phi Island and Phang Nga Bay, the pier can be very crowded and busy, especially in the mornings. Chalong was once an important hub for sailors but it has now become a popular tourist destination.
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