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1. Wat Chalong
- The biggest and most important Buddhist temple in Phuket, Wat Chalong attracts as many tourists as it does locals. From the outside, Wat Chalong... read more
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- Religious Sights
- Nile Expert Tip: If you want to avoid the crowds, don't visit early in the morning. This is when the locals usually go...
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2. Snuba Thailand
- Snuba is a water sports that falls somewhere between snorkeling and scuba diving. You don't need special scuba diving equipment or training to... read more
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3. Old Phuket Town
- Old Phuket Town is the oldest part of the city, built over 100 years ago. An ideal area to spend an afternoon strolling, Old Phuket Town offers... read more
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4. Phuket Orchid Garden and Thai Village
- Located less than three kilometers outside the town center, the Phuket Orchid Garden and Thai Village offers an interesting glimpse into the cultural... read more
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5. Big Buddha
- As of 2011, the Big Buddha is still under construction on top of Phuket's most impressive peak (the statue itself is finished but finishing touches... read more
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6. Royal Phuket Marina
- The Royal Phuket Marina is a great place to peek at luxury yachts and see how the rich live. It's also a good starting point for boating tours... read more
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- Boating
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7. Gibbons Rehabilitation Project
- The Gibbon Rehabilitation Project (GRP) is a unique non-profit setup working to save Thailand's most famous primate. Over the years, have become... read more
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8. Phuket Stunt Show
- Phuket's only show of its kind is not to be missed. Held inside a giant stadium with an equally impressive pool, the show features stunts, special... read more
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9. Khao Sok National Park
- Located northeast of Phuket town, this national park is Thailand's largest rain forest. Home to the Asian ox, wild elephants, reptiles and monkeys,... read more
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10. Mom Tri's Villa Kitchen
- The cooking classes at Mom Tri's Boathouse are on a class of their own. Led by Sous-Chef Rattana Pholthaisong (who's also the chef for Mom Tri's... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- Most people invariably go to Thailand for its beaches - if that is the case for you, Phuket is the perfect destination. The beaches offer opportunities for a variety of water sports, swimming, snorkeling, yachting and the rest. There are beaches scattered all over the island, but the main (largest) ones are Rawai Beach in the south, Patong Beach on the west, and Surin Beach on the north. Make sure to check before traveling whether the beaches are safe - during the monsoon season, travelers are advised to steer clear of water-related activities. During the rainy season, you can take advantage of Thailand's beauty in other ways - Phuket has some of the country's largest waterfalls, which only get larger during monsoon. Ask your hotel or hostel where and when you can see them. Phuket also houses beautiful cultural treasures inland that are well worth a daytrip or two. The Chalong Temple, located near the south of the island in Chalong Bay, is Phuket's largest temple. Locals come to this Buddhist temple to pray and offer their respect to Buddhist monks who were active in the Chinese Miners Rebellion in the late 19th century. The "Big Buddha" is a frequently visited landmark in Phuket. This monumental figure, sitting 45 meters above ground, is located atop the Nakkerd Hills near Chalong Bay. While there is no direct and easy way to get up to the figure, many hikers make a trip of it. (Be aware however that the trek up usually takes about an hour.) While the majority of the population is Thai-Buddhist, there is a Chinese population from migrant workers who came to Thailand during the 19th century. Their mark was left indelibly in the form of Chinese temples. The oldest such temple in Phuket is the Put Jaw Temple, built around 200 years ago. It is located near the main city of Phuket Town. A lesser-known shrine is the Shrine of Serene Light. Although it was built in 1889, relatively few people know about it because it is in a concealed location. Look for it in an alley past the On On Hotel in Phuket Town.
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