Located 867 km. south of Bangkok, Phuket is Thailand’s largest island, shaped like an irregular pearl and measuring approximately 21km long. Connected to the mainland by a causeway, it has a coastline fringed with white sandy beaches and quiet coves, bathed by the clear blue waters of the Andaman Sea and set against a backdrop of green hills, coconut groves and rubber plantations.
Phuket’s most famous monument is the memorial statue of the heroines Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Sisunthon, who rallied the islanders in 1785 to repel Burmese invaders.
Blessed by nature and the smiling hospitality of its people, and supported by superb tourism facilities, Phuket is today one of the world’s premier tropical resorts. Palm-fringed beaches, an island-studded sea, superb accomodation, delicious seafood, numerous sporting and leisure opportunities and, of course, year-round sunshine, to conclude the perfect recipe for a truly memorable holiday.
Phuket has two main seasons: rainy from May through to October and hot from November to April. The best months to visit are November to February. Average temperatures range between 22 and 34 degrees Celsius.
Beaches and Bays
Hat Kamala is the fine stretch of sand. The northern end, which is partly shaded by casuarinas, is suitable for swimming.
Hat Patong is Phuket’s most developed beach, offers numerous leisure, sporting, shoppinbg and recreational options along its 3 km. crescent bay. In addition to its daytime attractions, Patong is alsoo known for its vibrant nightlife among which seafood restaurants prominently feature.
Hat Karon & Kata: both beaches are impressive, peaceful and eminently suitable for swimming, snorkelling, windsurfing and sunbathing.
There are many more beaches and bays around Phuket waiting for you to discover.