Phuket
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When arriving
in Thailand ask for free copies of Thaiways magazine and Thaiways
maps from the information counter at airports or hotels.
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From Phuket town, you can drive along Chaofa Road (Route 4021) to the southern
part of Phuket.
(See Route Map of Phuket Island for the locations of the following attractions)
| Marine Biological Research
Centre or Phuket Aquarium |
| (Route 4023 & 4129) |
Situated on the secluded Phanwa Cape, 10 km. south of Phuket town,
it displays a varied collection of tropical fish, sea turtles and
other marine lives.
| Open daily from |
8.30 - 16.30 hrs. |
| Admission fee: |
Adult 100 bath Child 50 bath |
| Information |
Tel. 0 7639 1126, 0 7639 1041 |
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| Wat Chalong
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This is Phuket's most beautiful and renowned temple. Located about
8 km. from town, the temple enshrines the gilt statues of monk-hero
Luang Pho Chaem and his assistant Luang Pho Chuang, both much revered
by local people because of their roles in quelling the miner rebellion
in 1876.
Phra Mahathat Chedi, a newly built construction in the temple
compound, enshrines a relic of the Buddha.
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| Chalong
Bay |
(Chaofa Road)
Being the main gateway to the south coast of the island and main pier
for travelling to all the islets off the east coast of Phuket, Chalong
Bay is in the mining area and is too muddy to swim in. |
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However, a fine view of the coconut palm groves and
delicious seafood in restaurants on the shore attract hundreds of
visitors to the place daily.
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| Laem Ka Beach |
Next to Rawai Beach on the east is Laem Ka Beach, an excellent swimming
area frequently visited by local people. From this quiet beach, boats
can be hired to visit nearby islets.
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| For your personal safety and protection
by law, please use the services of travel agencies holding a TAT license
only. |
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