Phuket

Phuket is an amazingly beautiful island, which is the largest resort center in Thailand. The picturesque landscapes and the best beaches with the emerald sea are mainly visited by travelers from Europe and Asia.

Phuket is considered the most expensive resort among others in Thailand. In general, the island has everything: excellent excursions, good beaches, and nightlife.

Phuket: popular areas:

● Muang is the Southern district of Phuket, which is famous for the main attraction of the island – the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong Temple.

● Katu is the center of Phuket, where tourists come in search of entertainment.

● Talang is the northern area of Phuket with many national parks, waterfalls and Buddhist temples.

An airport

Phuket International Airport

Transfer

There is a special taxi service “taxi-meter” at the airport itself, which calculates the distance according to the meter. Therefore, if you are going to relax with a large company, this will be a very profitable way to get to the desired beach.

Transport

The island has a well-developed public transport system, buses operate. The only drawback in the transport system is that all city buses, one way or another, depart from one bus station located in the city. Thus, in order to get to another beach, you must first get to Phuket town.

Taxis on the island are expensive. Its cost may exceed two to three times the cost of a metropolitan taxi.

In addition, there is a more economical transport option – auto rickshaws or tuk-tuks.

Hotels

Here you can find hotels of various calibres, ranging from economy class rooms to luxury luxury hotels with spa salons. The price per room depends not only on the service, but also on the proximity of the hotel to the beach.

Shopping

● Central Festival Phuket is the largest shopping mall with an area of 120 thousand squares. Here you can visit many popular cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets, buy clothes from world-famous brands and jewelry.

● Jungceylon – 200 thousand square meters of clothing stores, perfumes, supermarkets, luxury boutiques and all kinds of entertainment.

Phuket markets, which can be conditionally divided into two types – these are permanent Taladas and temporary Taladas. The former are mainly food markets. Talad Nad are markets where traders stay for a while and sell their goods, not only food, but also clothes, souvenirs, etc.

Attractions

● Tiger Temple

● Bang Pe Waterfall

● Monkey Mountain

● Wat Sirey Temple

● Royal Park

● Botanical Garden

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