Phuket
Phuket being a popular beach destination attracts tourist all across the globe. But before becoming a global tourist spot it was an important trading station for the Indians, Arabs, Malay, Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese, British and the French. The island was called ‘junk ceylon’ at that time. Phuket is a colourful cosmopolitan concoction of culture and traditions. Phuket has some lush inland vistas, including a few remote swathes of rainforest on Ko Yao, but the island really comes into its own along its western shoreline, where hunter-green foliage meets the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. The mile upon sandy mile of coastline boasts tons of water sports, wonderful restaurants and luxurious resorts. Traces of Sino-Portuguese architecture remain and the city streets, which move to the rhythm of everyday Thai life. Feel the energy of Patong. Phuket has lots of bars where you can experience lively exuberance of famed nightlife of Phuket.
Enjoy a speed boat ride to Phi Phi Island where you can experience snorkelling, scuba diving and get lost in the tropical paradise combining crystal clear blue turquoise water, amazing rock formations, white sands and swaying coconuts. Enjoy the night at the Bangla Street. Have a great time in Fantasea show and Simon Cabaret. Thai boxing Muay Thai is must visit where you can see the well trained Muay Thai boxers fight it out among the presence of locals and tourists. Pay a visit to Chalong Buddha a 45 meter tall statue of Buddha and a visit to Wat chalong and the old temples of Phuket. Check out The James Bond island named after the famous James bond movie Man with the golden Gun released in 1974 originally named as Ko Tapu or the nail island. Eco conservationist can enjoy trek in Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre, Sirinath National Park which offers various Flora and fauna attractions to the naturalists. Have a relaxing day at the any of the world renowned Spas.
Weather of
Phuket
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Phuket has a tropical climate and remain hot and humid round the year. The average temperatures remain constant and the hot season starts from March to May. From May to October, Phuket receives sufficient rainfalls and remain humid throughout the year. November to February is cooler and the weather is tolerable.
Food of
Phuket
You will find various cuisines in Phuket as many foreigners have set up shops. Besides this Thai cuisine is available everywhere. Being close to Malaysia, Phuket’s regional cuisine is influenced by Malaysian cuisine. Good quality sea foods are widely available and are recommended. Many exotic fruits like cashew nuts and pineapples are widely available and are worth a try.
Best Time to Visit
Phuket
The best time to visit Phuket is certainly in between the months of November to March when weather is much bearable and remain dry compared to the rest of the year. Occasional rain may happen during the afternoon or evening but it will pass soon and making the remaining day very pleasant.
How to Reach
Phuket
By Air: The Phuket International Airport has many connecting flight with Bangkok and all the major Southeast Asian budget airlines operate regular flights connecting Bangkok and Phuket. Many international airlines also arrive in Phuket from European cities and Far East.
By Road: Phuket can be reached by bus from various cities like Bangkok, Chumphon, Hat Yai, Krabi, Phang Nga, Ranong, Satun, Sungai Kolok and Surat Thani. The BKS terminal is the main bus terminal in Phuket Town. Reliable BKS public service connects Bangkok and Phuket and operates daily.
By Train: One can reach Phuket by train also. But there is no rail link till Phuket. Trains travelling to Singapore from Bangkok are the only option. You have to get off at Phun Phin railway station in Surat Thani Province and from then you have to take a bus to reach Phuket and will take near about 5 hours.
By Boat: regular ferry service is present from Ko Phi Phi and Krabi to Phuket. Many small boat charter companies are also present in Phuket. One can also visit Phuket by a cruise ship from Singapore.