Phuket is a wonderful area that attracts many tourists. It is the largest island in Thailand, and is surrounded completely by the Andaman Sea. Surprisingly perhaps, Phuket is not just about golden sands and clear blue waters; much of the island is mountainous with variable weather patterns. The Phuket Mountain Range runs through the southern area, and is an interesting location in itself. The highest elevated mountain in Phukt is the Mai Thao Sip Song, which measures more than 500 meters above the level of the sea. The economy in Phuket runs literally on palm oil. Palm oil plantations cover half of the island in its entirety, and rubber is also exported to add some flexibility to the local economy.
Whether Phuket is on your vacation shortlist some time in the near future, or you are a returning visitor looking for some different stomping ground, here are some of the places in the nearby vicinity that you might want to visit.
Patong Beach
Patong Beach is the tourist Mecca of Phuket. If you are looking for a beautiful beach surrounded by some cheap shops, Patong beach will be where you want to head for. The shopping ranges from personalized goods to some good cheap copies of leading brands. If you are looking for some great gifts to take home, you will be sure to find them here. There are some excellent bars and restaurants in the area which offer a diverse range of music and scenery. Whether you are interested in hard-hitting rock music, or soft romantic dances, there will be somewhere along the Patong Strip that will have what you are looking for. One important thing to note is that the Bangla Road area houses the straight bars, and the Paradise Complex is aimed at gays. The island of Phuket is exceptionally tolerant whatever your choice, so you will be more than welcome in any bar.
Phuket Fantasea
Phuket Fantasea is one of the biggest tourist attractions on the whole island. If you are looking for some wholesome family entertainment, then the talented acrobats, the animal action, and the dazzling display of lights will keep you spellbound for hours. The stories are centered on historical events in Phuket, and accurately portray the lively, hopping, exciting nature of this island as it was, and as it is now. This is a spectacular show, and a must-see tourist attraction. When you have had enough of the shows, there are arts and crafts Thai-style to keep the youngsters happy and entertained.
Diving Adventures
Phuket has long been famous for the range of beginner and advanced diving adventures that it offers. There are some fantastic dive sites which will allow you easy access to some of the most colorful and healthy coral alive in the world today. Ter Bay houses an exciting wreck which is open for exploration at the bottom of the ocean. If you fancy yourself as a bit of an adventurer, this wreck will be more than enough to wet your appetite. The best times to dive in Phuket are from Mid-May to October, when the sea is clearer and calmer for boats.
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