Phuket measures 50 km. from the north to the south, and is the largest island in Thailand with its area 550 sq. km. Unsurpassed the beauty? , it is frequently called "The Pearl of Andaman"
The name Phuket is derived from the Malay word Bukit, it means "hill". The terrain hill is sometimes almost mountains, especially in the south where a cliffs rise as high as 160 meters thrust dramatically into Andaman Sea to form the bays, where the best beaches are located. The residents of Phuket are Thais who migrated from the mainland.
They consist of Chinese who arrived to work in tin mines. Some Muslims come from Malaysia who came to work in the rubber plantations and the Chao Nam or Sea Gypsies, one of the earliest groups settles in Phuket. Finest beaches, seafood, water sports, finest restaurants both International and Thai cuisine, coral reefs, temples are available here. If you are looking for romantic place or nightlife, Phuket has it all for you.
Give yourself a culture and scenic treat of beautiful Phuket in this program and your holidays memories will be enriched.
Check out the yesteryears of Phuket's old Sino-Portuguese buildings, a scenic view from Khao Rung, a visit to the glittering Chalong Temple, see how the Sea Gypsies live, observe how cashew nuts are extracted and a chance to buy these goodies.
Included in this tour is a visit to the Thai Village Show where you will witness the excitement and drama of the Thai Wedding Ceremony. There are more than 50,000 orchids to appreciate around the compound, a shopping arcade for good buys and an elephant show for the family. When all seem so enjoyable, you will be given a chance to witness the brilliance of Phuket's sunset from a hill top overlooking the famous Phromthep Cape. |
