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And every Sunday from 16 o’clock it turns into a pedestrian street, and a street fair unfolds along its entire length. Here you can buy everything in the world, including very rare things. Let me emphasize that this place does not operate for tourists, so the prices are designed for locals. In general, this entire street embodies a unique and unique Thai flavor. Want to experience Thailand a little deeper than fruit at the market and a visit to a snake farm? Come here.

I honestly admit, despite the fact that during the fair there is an atmosphere of celebration and general fun, I love the street more on weekday evenings. It’s so quiet here, almost deserted, calm and good that just walking surrounded by all this beauty is priceless. This is a completely different Phuket, unlike itself.

4. Big Buddha Phuket

Of course, everyone has heard about the Big Buddha statue in Phuket; this is perhaps its main attraction. But please, do not come here just for show, if you are not at all interested in the spiritual life of Thailand, there is no need. First of all, this is an important Buddhist shrine, a huge, 45-meter statue, built with donations from parishioners. This is a Buddhist temple, monks serve here. If all this does not cause any response in your soul, just don’t waste your time.

The Big Buddha can be seen from almost anywhere on the island because it sits high and looks far away from the highest mountain in Phuket.

At the foot of the Buddha there is a functioning temple. Here you can tie a string around the monk’s hand and make a wish. The procedure looks like this: you approach the monk on your knees, he sprinkles water on you and ties a rope. It cannot be removed until it breaks, it is believed that then your wish will come true. After this, as a symbolic fee, you need to put 20 baht into the decanter next to the monk. You may or may not believe me, but when you sit next to a monk and he looks into your eyes, it is simply indescribable. Incredible energy emanates from him, he has a clearly clear and bright gaze. You experience very strong emotions and real cleansing. And if he also says a few words to you, this is truly something special, your personal miracle.

In general, this place is incredibly beautiful, with excellent energy, and offers gorgeous views of the entire island. And it's just very good.

5. Photo Hotel

The best place to admire the legendary Phuket sunsets. Foto Hotel is located near Kata Beach, and there is a chic platform and restaurant on its roof. Anyone can come here, order, for example, a cocktail, and then lie on soft pillows, swim in the pool and watch the sun set directly into the endless sea. And as you already guessed from the name of the place, this is where you get simply divine photographs :) And what else could they be like with such and such views?

As dusk falls, the lights around the pool turn on, changing colors, and it lights up the entire area with bright red, purple, blue and green hues. It looks ultra-fashionable and unusual.

Only this is a secret place! We don't tell anyone about him. And you, please, no, no! 🙂

6. BBQ buffet – traditional Thai “cook-your-own” cafe

One of my favorite Thai food. When I came here for the first time, the reaction was something like this: “What?! Should I cook for myself?!” 🙂 Agree, it’s rare for a cafe, and even a barbecue. It turned out that it is not only exciting and fun, but also very tasty!

There are a lot of similar cafes in Thailand; they place a kind of “brazier” on coals on your table, and you fry meat, fish or cook soup yourself. The ambience at BBQ Buffet is something like this:

Thais just love these types of cafes, the "cook it yourself" cafes are very, very popular here and are packed to capacity. The cost of the buffet is 199 baht, it is a buffet, you can come up for ingredients an unlimited number of times. What's in stock? Chicken, pork, crab meat, bacon, shrimp, squid, fish, fish balls and snacks, as well as strange Thai things in all their variety.

But the most delicious thing is the sauces! BBQ wouldn't be as great without them. I’m ready to just slurp these sauces with a spoon :) The sauce is spicy, so be careful.

And this is what the cooking process looks like: the meat is fried on top, and the soup is boiled around the edges in boiling water.

Mmmmm, finger lickin' good!

7. Monkey Hill

The name fully justifies itself - it really is a mountain, and monkeys really live on it. A lot of monkeys. The place is located in Phuket Town, very few people know about it, and there are almost no tourists here. At the foot of the mountain they sell bananas and apples, which can be used to feed the animals. Climbing the mountain, as soon as you see one monkey and treat it with something tasty, you are immediately surrounded by dozens of its relatives.

An amazing sight, as if you find yourself in a wild, primitive world. It is very interesting to observe the habits of these animals, how they communicate, how they behave when the leader of the pack appears in the arena. Just like little macaques run away squeaking, if the elders just bark at them lightly. This is a real society, a monkey society :)

When you arrive, first of all remember - these are wild animals, yes, they are good-natured and come out to you to beg for some food, but you need to behave as respectfully and calmly as possible.

8. Fish Market Rawai

I am often asked: “Where in Phuket can I eat fresh and tasty seafood?” There is a great place for this in the south of the island - the fish market at the Rawai pier. You can get here on your own or by taxi. First of all, there is a beautiful pier where you can stroll along and admire the traditional Thai boats and fishermen.

Secondly, this is, of course, the market itself. In addition to seafood, you can buy pearl jewelry, souvenirs, various Thai crafts and cute trinkets.

And most importantly - the freshest seafood for every taste! Various types of fish, squid, shrimp, lobster, crabs and shells - all caught the night before. The choice is really huge.

Why is this market so famous? Directly opposite the seafood stalls, there is a line of cafes where the products you buy will be prepared right there! They will fry in spices, bake or steam – as you wish, all this for an affordable price, about 100 baht per kilogram.

9. Saphan Hin Park

An ideal place for walks, a family picnic or outdoor sports. Thais simply adore this park; they come here in huge groups, spread out tents on the grass and spend cozy evenings here. Next to the park there is a small market where you can buy any ready-made food. In the evenings there’s simply nowhere for an apple to fall, but today, during the daytime, the park is practically empty :)

The park is located in Phuket Town, and is the only park in all of Thailand built in memory of a foreigner - Thomas Miles, an Australian captain who first brought a mechanical dredge to Phuket for tin mining in 1909.

People gather here in the evening, when the heat subsides. Like many of the best places in Phuket, Sapan Hin Park is located right by the sea :)

10. Wat Koh Siray

This is my favorite Buddhist temple. It is located quite far, in the east, behind Phuket Town, on the small island of Sirey. The place is very authentic and completely non-touristy. The temple stands on the top of a mountain, the air is completely different here and there are almost no people. There will be a maximum of 1-2 Thais in the temple with you.

Just look how beautiful it is.

But this temple is active; the monks who serve here live at the foot of the mountain. A guard usually sits in the hall and asks to donate 20 baht in exchange for flowers and candles that can be placed at the foot of the Buddha statue.

The temple has a huge statue of the Reclining Buddha, in this position he awaits the achievement of nirvana. Very beautiful.

But the most beautiful thing here is the terrace. Perhaps the most peaceful place in the world. Especially when the monks chant mantras.

11. My rocking chair is Rawai Gym.

When talking about my favorite places, I can’t ignore my gym, because I spend time here three times a week and, of course, I love it very much! About a year ago I started working out at the gym, and after about half a year I started to like myself in the mirror, but the main thing is that I get great pleasure from the process.

It's low season in Thailand now, so you see rare shots - the hall is almost empty.

Sports everyone!

12. Cafe “Tony’s restaurant”

My favorite cafe. I just eat here all the time, and I also like to sit with my laptop, read LiveJournal or write on a blog.

Tony's Cafe is located on Fighter Street, that is, on a street where the number of clubs and Muay Thai fighters per square meter is simply off the charts. Why do I love this place? Firstly, they have a special “fighter” menu, that is, healthy dishes: meat, fish, vegetables, cooked without oil, fat and traditional Thai sauces. It’s very relevant to me because I work out and get in shape. Tony's food is always delicious and cheap! Lunch costs me 120 baht. I like to sit at a large table, especially when there are a lot of people.

Secondly, the atmosphere here is always friendly and sporty, it all puts you in the right mood; once you see enough of the fighters, you immediately want to rush to the gym and train. Great motivation!

Thirdly, this is the staff. Tony is a Thai guy over 50, and his whole huge family works in his cafe, it’s very touching, sincere and family-like.

Notice the family portrait on the wall. And over there, in the right corner, hangs a photo of little Teddy, we babysit this baby for everyone in the cafe))

You can also order any services from Tony - rent a room, rent a motorbike, buy a trip for a visa, etc.)) Very convenient for guys who come here to train Muay Thai or MMA (mixed martial arts).

13. Mobile Thai market in Rawai (Moving market Rawai)

Thailand has a cult following for street food and street markets. It all looks a little brutal, but there is absolutely no need to be afraid. If the Thais themselves buy and eat something, then you can safely buy it too. In general, I buy all my products only at the market, firstly, it’s cheaper, and secondly, everything here is always super-fresh, made today, unlike large supermarkets.

Why is the market mobile? Yes, because during the week he travels around our area, so in order to remember where the market is today, you must first remember what day it is :)

The market usually starts operating around 3-4 pm and closes around 8 pm. What can you buy here? Yes, that's all! Prepared food, vegetables, fruits, the freshest meat, fish, seafood, some trinkets and even clothes.

I have my own lifehack about the market: if I suddenly find myself in a bad mood, I come here. While you are between the rows, you smile so much that not a trace of sadness remains. I don’t know who says anything about the insincere smiles of the Thais, everyone smiles at me absolutely sincerely and disinterestedly, not the sellers, but in general everyone I meet, amazing people. Love them)

14. Rungaroon Massage – Thai massage salon

When talking about Thailand, one cannot ignore Thai massage. This is part of Thai culture, its centuries-old heritage. Thai massage is completely different from traditional massage; firstly, it is done in special clothes - a shirt and pants made of natural fabrics. It is designed for the whole body, the technique is based on pressing, pulling and twisting. It's amazing what every artist does differently. The Thai woman silently moves along you or the edges of the bed, pressing on different parts of your body with her elbows, knees, feet or palms. With your eyes closed, the first time you won’t even be able to figure out which part of your body is being kneaded, or where exactly the masseuse is located.

Thai massage is one of the greatest pleasures in life! Coming out for the first time after the session, I asked myself: “How did I even survive all these years without him?!”

The technique of Thai massage is more than 1000 years old; the system is based on the teaching of invisible energy lines passing through the human body. The 10 most important of them are worked out during the massage by pressing on different points. After the session, you will feel a surge of energy, and your body will feel rejuvenated and invigorated!

It is extremely difficult to recommend a salon; some people like a stronger massage, bordering on pain, while for others it will cause discomfort (in this case, you need to ask for a light version). Therefore, I always recommend visiting several salons around your hotel and choosing the one you like. Thai women everywhere give massages thoroughly and efficiently. As for me, my favorite salon is also in the south, near Nai Harn beach and is called Rungaroon Massage. The average price on the island is 250 baht per 1 hour.

It is absolutely not necessary to look for a free place on Patong Beach with a crowd of tourists. Phuket is full of little known “sparsely populated” “secret” beaches. Our guide to these “wild” and little-known beaches of Phuket.

If you come to the center of tourism in Thailand - the island of Phuket - we would recommend you to visit (Patong beach) ... if you were really hated. This is the most famous and popular beach on the island. But far from the best. Every year, many tourists come to this two-kilometer expanse and see a dirty beach, ruthless touts, the sea is clogged with jet skis, dune rovers everywhere and, if you are not careful, a parasailer can knock you off your feet.

Yes, you can endure this dark nightmare. Or you can use our information on some little known beaches of Phuket to find the best beach for you.

Little-known beaches of Phuket

This Phuket beaches map will be useful to you.

Tri Trang beach

Despite the fact that it is located 5 minutes from Patong, tourists and even locals rarely hear about this secluded place. Rent a motorbike or walk over the hill to the southern end of Patong Beach and look for small signs that will direct you to Tri Trang Beach. This long winding road will eventually end at the well known Paradise Beach.

There are palm trees along the beach, and there is not a single advertiser or merchant. There are several small bars on the beach where you can get espresso coffee, cocktails or other soft drinks. The beach is ideal for sunbathing, and you can also explore the many sharp rocks underwater.

Freedom beach

Many people come to the trash-free, people-free Freedom Beach (or Freedom Beach) by boat, but you can also get there by bike if you're willing to bike on roads that would be better suited to an all-terrain vehicle. and climb over a fence or two. It might be better to pay a few hundred baht and hire a boat from Patong. If you have a bicycle, observing the surrounding landscape and the clear sea from a high shore will give you a lot of impressions.

A beautiful view of the calm sea in a small bay is a good reason to make even a few circles around this wonderful place. Snorkeling is good a little further on the southern end of the beach. Sun loungers and the only high-end dining area are a long way off, but you can simply stretch out on a blanket or towel without spending a penny.

Laem Singh beach

Walk down the cliff path and enjoy one of Phuket's most beautiful beaches, Laem Sing Beach. It is also known as the "Secret Beach", but there have been a lot of people visiting it lately, so, in fact, its secret has been revealed.

Despite this, the crowd is limited to the sun loungers located close to the sea, which is clean, clear and full of marine life. A large mountain cuts the beach into two parts, but you can walk around it or swim around it. Leave your bike near the path by the road and pay 20 baht, or drive a little further around the corner and leave it there for free.

On the way to the beach, using the adjacent one as a stop would be a good idea, because... From there it’s just a short drive to Banana beach. Slow down when you see a short stretch of barbed wire (a makeshift fence) and you will find a small steep path down to the water.

On a clear day, you can watch the “banana mountain” that gives the beach its name from afar, and at any time you can swim in the crystal sea and enjoy the abundant greenery on the mountainside. Excellent seas for snorkeling and the rare appearance of a boat or jet skier make this secluded place ideal for lovers and connoisseurs of beach holidays and snorkeling.

Another little-known and almost wild beach in Phuket. Although not the most beautiful beach on the island, it is very attractive because it is located very close to Patong.

Just at the northern end of Patong you will see a thin strip of sand and water, with a rocky depression providing protection from the army of various vendors roaming Patong nearby. Several mobile food stalls on the small bridge behind Kalim will feed you.

The huge, wide Nai Thon Beach is a place where you can find a lot of freedom and space to relax. And if you have a bunch of kids with you, this is a great place for them to run around like crazy.

And during high tide it will be great to find a piece of shallow water and lie there. Local food is 30-50% more expensive than anywhere else on the island, so bring some snacks with you.

In fact, these are two small beaches, since the sandy shore is divided into two by a small mountain range. Many Thais fish and go there for picnics. The modest restaurant caters to more financially secure tourists. A smaller part of the beach looks safe, but you can easily get washed away by the waves and currents if you're not careful.

Large schools of various fish are clearly visible, but be careful and avoid sharp rocks both above and below the water. There are also some rocky spots in the first arch between the islands, so do some scouting before swimming there.

This is the wildest and most remote beach in Phuket. Heading north from Patong, there are a couple of basic huts along the road to this beach, so you can rest there, recharge your batteries, and then continue on your way.

Secret Beach N3: Wild Bay (Phuket, Thailand) | description, video, photo

Secret Beach N3 is located in the south of Phuket and follows Secret Beach N2.

The length of the beach is approximately 210 meters - it is a small, comfortable, quiet beach for a relaxing holiday.

There are several villas near the shore, but you are unlikely to meet tourists here, so you can choose any place you like to relax on this wild, green beach, be it the shade from the spreading branches of trees or a place under the hot sun! There are also no umbrellas, sun loungers or any obvious signs of infrastructure.

This beach is rarely cleaned, so it may not be the cleanest on the island, but the garbage here is natural: fragments of dead coral, broken coconut shells - this gives the beach even more beauty, wildness and primitiveness.

Here you will forget that you are on the most developed island of Thailand.

The flora of the beach consists of mixed species of trees - there are even my favorite palm trees - shrubs and rocks on the sides of the shore.

The sand is very soft, light gray in color. Entrance to the sea of ​​medium depth. The water is very clear, light blue! There is practically no wind here!

What to do at Secret Beach N3 (Phuket)

This beach is not affected by tides, you can swim here all day! Here you can take great photos with wild nature in the background! You can snorkel at the coral reef passing through here! Take a break from people, sunbathe, swim, ride on a swing in the shade of trees! Have a romantic picnic with cold drinks or be alone with your thoughts and sort out your accumulated problems while listening to the sound of the sea or your favorite music!

Review of the beach

Secret beach N3 in Phuket - this is a very beautiful and calm beach! Here all problems go somewhere far away and all that remains is relaxation and slight oblivion. The nature here is very beautiful and primitive. I really like places like this: where there are few people, beautiful nature and the sound of the sea.

Banana beach can hardly be called secret. But there are still few tourists here. From November to May there is a beautiful beach, clear water and almost complete privacy. Banana beach has one restaurant serving fresh seafood, sun loungers are available for rent, and there are places for scuba diving or snorkeling. There are no hotels on the beach; you can spend the night at Trisara Hotel Phuket.

Banana beach is located between Bang Tao and Nai Thon beaches on the northwest coast. You can get here by boat, or you can drive along Coast Road. There is a small parking area to the north behind Villa Trisara. You need to find a small sign on a tree. She will point to the path leading to the beach.

2. Freedom Beach

This is the best beach on the island! Multi-colored fish swim underwater and corals grow. There is a volleyball and football court on the sand, and the shadow of coconut palms falls directly on the sun loungers. No scooters, bananas or screaming children. Freedom in its purest form. But due to its proximity to Patong, the beach is gaining popularity. Very soon this beach will be occupied by lazy lovers of fast adventures. It's a pity.

Theoretically, there are two ways to get here: by boat or through the dense jungle. In practice, they only use a boat. It can be rented in Patong. The journey to the beach will take about fifteen minutes.

3. Nai Thon Beach

This beach is part of the Sirinath National Park. Here under your feet is golden, pleasant sand, which is considered the best on the entire island. Flat sandy bottom and clear water. National Wildlife Refuge status prohibits beach development and water activities. There are no restaurants or shops on the beach itself either; they are located across the street. Nai Thon Beach is a large and beautiful beach in its original form.

It is located next to the aforementioned Banana Beach. You can get there by taxi or rented transport. Before reaching Phuket Airport, turn left at the T-junction. After driving a few kilometers, turn right at the Andaman White Beach Resort sign.

4. Ya Nui Beach

Ya Nui Beach is a small beach in the south of Phuket. There are many colorful fish and moray eels underwater. You can go around the small island in a kayak or go fishing in the sea. The beach is in a small bay with soft sand and beautiful shells. There are restaurants, shops, bungalows and equipment rentals. But this is not the quietest beach; in high season it gets quite crowded.

It is better to go to the beach from Nai Harn. Drive south to the hill with the wind generator. Ya Nui will be a couple of kilometers later on the right side of the road.

5. Laem Ka Beach

This beach is popular among Thais, but little known to tourists. And this is its huge advantage. Plus, this is the only beach suitable for swimming in the southeast of Phuket. Here the water is aquamarine and cool in the shade of dense thickets. In the south of the beach the bottom is rocky and suitable for diving, in the north it is sandy and flat, ideal for swimming. The beach offers views of Coral Island and Bon Island.

Head to Rawai Beach. Opposite the temple gate on the main road you will see a 7-eleven supermarket. There is a small road leading from it. Drive along it past the post, along the coconut plantation. After a kilometer of travel, the road will lead you directly to the beach parking lot.

6. Hua beach

This is not the best beach in Phuket. The coast is rocky and there are no hotels or restaurants nearby. No sun loungers. Nothing unique, you can find more interesting beaches very close. So why come here? Many people ask this question and don’t go, which means that on this beach it will be only you and the owner of a small snack bar. You can still swim, dive and sunbathe here - this is a wonderful beach for short-term solitude.

To find the beach, drive west from Kamala along the beach road. You will see Rayee Beach on the right hand side, continue along the road and very soon you will notice a sign pointing to the beach. You need to park next to the road.

7. The Similan Islands

This is not a secret beach, but it is definitely worth a visit. The Similan Islands are among the ten most beautiful islands in the world. There is soft white sand, an incredible amount of rare fish, turtles, corals and sometimes sharks in the sea. Of the nine islands, only two are inhabited. You can spend the night either in a bungalow or in a tent camp. There are no comfortable hotels here. Similan is suitable for those who do not like to lie on the beach. To see the most interesting things, you need to walk a lot. The best diving spots, stunning views and rare animals. Similan is a must visit.

You can get here only from mid-October to mid-May. You need to get there from the city of Taplamu by speedboat. This will take approximately an hour and a half. And if you're lucky, the boat will be accompanied by dolphins.

For many years, Phuket has been breaking records in popularity and demand among travelers. And not without reason, because the island’s resorts are located on excellent beaches, the sea water is clean and transparent, and prices for vacations have always been kept at an affordable level.

According to many tourists, Phuket is a strong and worthy compromise between the controversial Pattaya and places like Samui, Krabi or Phi Phi. The island has heavenly views, tranquil lagoons, traditional temples and hundreds of entertainment venues.

In the capital of the island, Phuket Town, you can wander through the streets and enjoy the amazing architecture, and then rent a bike and ride to one of the many observation decks or to any beach. Everything is nearby, so the traveler does not have to travel hundreds of kilometers of tedious road.

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The monument is 45 meters high, installed on Nakkerd Hill in the southern part of the city. The Buddha statue is part of a large temple complex that is being built with charitable funds. Construction of the monastery began in 2002 and is still ongoing. Anyone can donate money for construction. The majestic statue of the god is visible from many points in Phuket; several roads lead from the coast to the attraction.

The temple is located in the center of the island on the way to the Big Buddha statue. The attraction is included in all sightseeing tours of Phuket. Wat Chalong is the largest and most picturesque temple on the island; it is deservedly popular among tourists. In the interior, the decoration of the elements is dominated by gilding, the floor is made of marble. The walls are painted with frescoes depicting scenes from the life of Buddha.

The structure was built at the very end of the 19th century in the Karon beach area. The small temple building looks quite well maintained, as it is carefully maintained. At the entrance there are figures of emerald-colored snake guards. Twice a week there is a night market on the site near the temple, where you can buy food and clothing. Some tourists claim that you can enter the monastery in a swimsuit, given its location on the beach.

Phuket town is located in the interior of the island, away from the beaten tourist paths. There are no beaches or vacation activities, but it has its own special atmosphere. The mansions from the last century that decorate the streets of the old city are built in the Sino-Portuguese style - a mixture of Chinese and European traditions, which indicates the times of alternating dominance of the Portuguese and Chinese on the island.

The bridge was built in 1967 and connects Phuket with mainland Thailand. Over time, it could no longer cope with the increased flow of cars. In 2011, a new modern bridge was built nearby and Sarasin became pedestrian. An observation deck has been installed here, which offers views of Phang Ga Bay and the exit to the Andaman Sea. At the foot of the bridge there are restaurants serving fresh seafood.

A walking alley on the territory of Patong Beach, the center of Phuket's nightlife. There are more than 200 bars, several large night discos, shops, and shows for adults. During the day, the street is an ordinary resort alley where they sell souvenirs and offer local cuisine. At night it turns into a motley gathering of wandering tourists, local transsexuals in breathtaking costumes and girls of easy virtue.

A weekend or, more correctly, weekend market, which is located in Phuket Town next to the Naka Temple. On weekdays, only a few outlets are open here. Trading starts at 16.00 and continues until 22.00-22.30. This is a very bright and colorful place where you can try several dozen types of Thai street food, buy souvenirs, clothes, shoes and various trinkets.

Lard Yai is considered the largest market in Phuket. Unlike many other similar places, local residents shop here, so prices are lower than in tourist places. The shopping area is located in Phuket Town and is open only on Sundays from 16.00 to 22.00. The rest of the time it is a busy street with fairly heavy traffic. Like any Thai market, Lard Yai's counters are bursting with an abundance of food items.

9. Shopping center "Central Festival"

A large modern store in Phuket Town where a tourist can spend a fair amount of money. This is the most ordinary shopping center, of which there are many in all cities of the world. In addition to goods from global manufacturers, Thai products are sold here, and at the local food court you can taste fast food with a national flavor. Numerous massage parlors offer their services on the territory of the center.

The stadium is located in the center of Patong on Bangla Road. It is considered one of the best in Phuket. Boxing matches are held here three times a week, usually about 10 fights per evening. Serious professionals often come to demonstrate their skills. The arena has a capacity of 350 seats. Those interested can attend Muay Thai training sessions, which are held in the evenings on days when there are no competitions.

A colorful theatrical performance telling the history of Thailand. The show involves several dozen elephants and more than 400 people. For an hour and a half, the viewer is immersed in a fascinating world of magnificent scenery, colorful costumes, acrobatic stunts, traditional dances and special effects. The show has been running since 1998, since then it has been visited by a huge number of tourists.

The second historical performance, opened in 2011 and is a worthy competitor to Phuket FantaSea. Tourists often face a dilemma: which show to attend? Many people decide to watch both. Siam Niramit is a branch of the capital's show park in Phuket. Before the performance begins, spectators are invited to visit an impromptu Thai village and have dinner at a restaurant.

A famous show featuring transsexuals and transvestites. They perform mind-blowing funny stunts, dance and sing superbly, causing indescribable delight among the audience. The actors demonstrate all their skills on stage, and the grateful audience responds with incessant applause. Simon Cabaret has been operating since 1991 on the beach (resort village) Patong.

Museum of 3D paintings and optical illusions, opened in 2013. Against the background of “volumetric” images, magnificent photographs are obtained, since in the picture the entire composition is combined into an overall picture. The gallery has reproductions of works by famous masters - Van Gogh, E. Munch, Da Vinci. Before entering the museum, you must take off your shoes, as some parts of the 3D images are located directly on the floor.

The museum exhibits a collection of the Patamacantin traveling brothers. For 40 years, they traveled to countless countries and collected many artifacts around the world. The collection contains more than 2,000 exhibits, many of them are quite rare and valuable. For example, the museum houses a 140-carat pearl and a huge shell weighing 250 kilograms. Some shell fossils are several hundred million years old.

Oceanarium, which opened in 1983. The aquarium displays the rich fauna and flora of the ocean and fresh water bodies. Moray eels, catfish, huge perches, bright tropical fish, sharks, stingrays, seahorses and other inhabitants of the depths (about 160 species in total) live here. Some of the most interesting creatures of the aquarium are the cat fish, box fish, clown fish and leopard shark.

The park is located in the central part of the island, approximately 8 km. from Phuket Town, it has been operating since 2013. The territory is home to more than 300 species of birds brought from all over the planet (about 1000 individuals in total). The creators of the park worked hard on the landscape design. There are gazebos, wooden figurines, sculptures scattered everywhere, and there are even several artificial ponds. The main attraction is the bird show, which takes place three times a day.

A small picturesque park located on an area of ​​1 hectare. It opened quite recently, but already claims to be a popular attraction on the island. The park space is divided into zones. There is a Japanese garden, a palm grove, a prairie with cacti, a Balinese corner, a European park, and a traditional Thai provincial house. In the Botanical Garden there is an artificial waterfall, where a tunnel entwined with greenery leads.

A small “branch” of a Buddhist monastery, where there are long-standing traditions of keeping tigers and teaching them to interact with people. Several animals live on the territory; the tourist can choose which one he wants to enter into the cage. The cost of visiting depends on this. It is believed that these tame tigers are not aggressive and do not attack people, so they can be petted. But before entering, each visitor is given a paper to sign, according to which he agrees with all the consequences of visiting a dangerous predator.

A hill located near Phuket Town that is home to a colony of monkeys. There are a lot of animals there, they are not at all afraid of people - they calmly walk along the road, hang on trees, and happily eat treats from the hands of tourists. Sometimes a whole flock of monkeys can tag along behind a car or moped; this sight looks very funny. At the top of the hill there is an observation deck overlooking Phuket Town.

One of the largest and most picturesque waterfalls in Phuket. Jets of water fall from a height of 15 meters; you can swim in a small lake at the foot if you wish. The place became famous due to the fact that on its territory there is a nursery for orphan monkeys. Here, baby gibbons left without care for some reason are nursed. You cannot enter the nursery, but you can make a donation.

The reserve was founded in 1981. Its territory stretches along the northwestern coast of the island. Within the national park there are wild beaches of Bangtao, Nai Thon, Nai Yang, Mai Kao, where giant turtles nest. The reserve has a unique mangrove grove, where various species of this tree are represented and mangrove snakes and monitor lizards live. The total area of ​​Sirinath is about 90 km².

The point is located between Nai Harn and Kata beaches. From the top of the hill there are views of the coast and beaches of Karon, Kata Yai, Nai Harn, and the statue of the Big Buddha is clearly visible. The observation deck is popular among tourists; many people come here to admire the surroundings. There are a couple of cafes nearby where you can grab a bite to eat. There is a large gazebo on the site.

Rang Hill is located within Phuket Town, overlooking Chalong and the emerald Andaman Sea. At the top of the hill where the observation deck is located, there is a monument to P. Ratsadanupradit, one of the respected governors of Phuket province. Wild monkeys live on the slopes and sometimes beg visitors for food. Near the observation deck there is a restaurant and a small park for sports.

A less popular and famous viewpoint in Phuket. It offers views of the beaches of Nai Harn, Ya Nui and a small uninhabited island off Prom Thep Cape. The site is equipped with a gazebo and several tents with food and drinks. There are not many people here, as well-trodden tourist routes lie away from this picturesque place. But this is perhaps for the best.

The cape is the southernmost point of the island. From the local observation deck you can watch stunningly beautiful sunsets. Travel agencies even organize special evening excursions so that people can see the magical colors of the sun setting into the waters of the Andaman Sea and painting the entire horizon in all shades of pink. In clear weather, you can even see the distant shores of India from the observation deck.

Nai Harn is located in the southwestern part of Phuket. On both sides it is surrounded by low mountains, which are covered with palm groves. The beach is small - only 1 km. in length and up to 50 meters in width. It is suitable for a relaxing family holiday with children, as the descent into the water is smooth and gentle. Thanks to warm currents, the water temperature remains within a comfortable range of 27-30°C throughout the year.

Member of the three most popular and popular beaches on the island, which, in addition to it, also includes Kata and Patong. It stretches along the coast for several kilometers. There are a lot of hotels and tourists here, but still not as crowded as in Patong due to the longer coastline. There are fewer people on the outskirts of Karon, so those who like solitude are advised to go there straight away rather than look for a place in the central part.

A large beach with golden sand and a shallow entry into the sea with a length of more than 7 km. It is located next to Patong. The southern part of the beach is more populated; there are restaurants, cafes, retail outlets and other infrastructure. The northern part is less popular due to its inaccessibility. In the central part of Bang Tao there are several natural lakes that are connected to the sea through a narrow channel.

The coastline of the beach stretches along a coral reef. According to some tourists, this is the cleanest water in Phuket. From May to October, winds blow here, so the place becomes popular among surfers. Many local hotels are located in close proximity to the beach and their windows offer excellent views of the azure Andaman Sea. Kata is suitable for both family recreation and active pastime.