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Introduction: Phuket,
Thailand
Phuket is, in fact, the ancient city existing since Sukhothai period. Its
original name was "Thalang", and was once a port of tin commerce in
the early 20th century. Being considered as "The Pearl of Andaman",
Phuket is the forever champion for the most visited tourists' spot in Thailand;
it attracts more than 3 million visitors annually.
Certainly, Phuket deserves this praiseworthy nomination due to its variety of
natural resources, cultural heritage, historical importance and even the
splendid development nowadays.
Phuket offers various and interesting activities that can mostly correspond
to your own favors. It is the place of savage forest, wonderful white-sand
beaches, magnificent islands, fascinating sightseeing, flourish culture,
exciting sport activities and the place of anything else it would be, it is up
to your own definition. You can initially examine and experience this
"Precious Pearl" from the information provided below.
Geography
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand, situated on the western coast under
the territorial waters of Andaman Sea in Indian Ocean. The total superficies is
543 square kilometers; it is about the same size to Singapore. The widest part,
measured from the East end to the West end is 21.3 km., the longest part from
the North end to the South end is 48.7 km. It is administratively divided in to
3 districts: Muang , Thalang, and Kathu District.
Climate
Phuket has the tropical monsoon climate. The temperature is warm all year
round; the average temperature varies from 20°C -36 °C.
The hottest time of the year is from April through May with the temperature
ranging from 27 °C-36°C. Frequently, a short heavy rain showers down in the
middle of the sunny day, do not be wondered.
The wettest time is between September and October, it is necessary to
remember an umbrella. Despite of the wet day, you do not need to be afraid that
there is nothing to do. If you are still in Phuket, there are still a lot of
things to do, though.
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The best time to visit Phuket is during the cool northeast season, from November
through May, when the weather is not too humid. The average temperature is
around 24°C-32°C.
How to get to Phuket
By Road
By bus: Buses daily leave from Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal; the journey
takes about 14 hours. You will be brought directly to Phuket town from where you
can take a local bus to beaches on the island.
By car: Take the Route 4 from Bangkok to the South, passing through Nakhon
Pathom, Ratchburi, Prachuap-Khirikhan , Chumphon, Ranong, Phang-Nga, and cross
the "Sarasin Bridge" to go to downtown Phuket. The distance is 862 km
long.
By Train
There is no train commuting directly to Phuket. From Hua Lamphong Station in
Bangkok, you should drop off in Surathani and take a bus from there to Phuket.
By Plane
Daily flights leaving are offered at Thai Bangkok Airways; it takes only 25
minutes, directly to Phuket International Airport.
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