Phuket Holidays Take You to the Most Charming Places
One of Thailand's southern provinces, Phuket comprises
the largest island in the country and other smaller islands located nearby. It
has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand owing to
its gorgeous white-sand beaches set against the backdrop of lush green
casuarina trees. Upon moving beyond the coastal areas and travelling inland,
you'll come across some fabulous cultural offerings, such as the Chinese
shrines, historic buildings, and beautiful Thai temples. You can witness many
such fascinating attractions during your time spent in this Thai province.
The best time to enjoy your Phuket
holidays is between November and April when the temperatures are extremely
pleasant and favourable for outdoor activities. However, this is also a peak
tourist season characterised by high accommodation rates. If you like heavy
rains and can refrain from swimming on the western coast, the period between
May and October can be an ideal time to visit this province of Thailand. During
this time of the year, you'll find lesser tourist crowds and hotels would be
willing to offer attractive discounts on accommodations.
A visit to Phang Nga Bay would allow you to explore
some majestic limestone cliffs and the enchanting islands, such as Koh Panyee
and James Bond Island. To reach these islands, you can take a boat trip from
the northern part of Phuket. Also known as 'Koh Ta-pu' or 'Nail Island', the
James Bond Island became a favourite of many tourists after it featured in a
James Bond movie titled 'The Man with the Golden Gun'. During your tour of this
island, you'll get the chance to savour the local delicacies in a Muslim
fishing village, located on the Koh Panyee Island. You can also shop for
handicrafts while exploring the village.
Don't miss the Big Buddha of Phuket, which is one of
the most prominent landmarks on the island. It is 45 metres tall and sits
between Kata and Chalong on top of Nakkerd Hills. Upon reaching the site where
the statue is located, you can enjoy awe-inspiring views of the island. The
magnificent statue was built in 2004 using reinforced concrete and Burmese
white jade marble. Next to the statue of Big Buddha is a smaller statue in a
golden shade made of brass. As this is a religious site, it is mandatory to be dressed
in respectful attire. Avoid visiting this site wearing short skirts, T-shirts
with offensive images or texts, or beachwear.
Your holidays in this part of Thailand won't be
considered complete without visiting its popular beaches. Among them is Kata
Beach, which has some pleasant features like powdery sands, swaying palms, and
clear waters. You can also try snorkelling or surfing in the waters touching
this beach. Kata Beach has the finest sands in the region and has the best
waters and restaurants, which would make your visit a memorable experience.
Paradise Beach is also worth visiting for its excellent facilities and beach
parties. The waters are calm and the beach gives you the chance to relax under
the shades of palm trees.
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