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Phuket Big Buddha
A 45-meter white marble Maravija Buddha sitting atop Nakkerd Hill with sweeping 360-degree views of Phuket island.
15 km · about 25 min drive
Phuket, Thailand · Asia
Ban Kamala is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Patong, 43km from Phang Nga Bay.
Ban Kamala is a town located in Phuket, Thailand. With a population of 22,296, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ban Kamala sits in Thailand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Bangkok time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ban Kamala to your route.
Kamala Beach or just Kamala (Thai: กมลา, pronounced [kā.mā.lāː]) refers to the beach and town on the west coast of Phuket, Thailand. It is one of the major tourist attractions in Phuket.
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Ban Kamala is located in Phuket, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 7.9551 latitude, 98.2832 longitude.
Ban Kamala has a population of approximately 22,296 people, making it a town in Thailand.
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Tourist police (English): 1155.
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landmark
A 45-meter white marble Maravija Buddha sitting atop Nakkerd Hill with sweeping 360-degree views of Phuket island.
15 km · about 25 min drive
bridge
Road bridge carrying Highway 402 across the channel between mainland Phang Nga and Phuket island, the only land route onto Phuket.
28 km · about 30 min drive
natural wonder
A spectacular bay dotted with towering limestone karsts and sea caves, including the famous James Bond Island.
43 km · about 50 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Hilltop viewpoint over the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay, reached by a steep access track north of Phuket.
48 km · about 55 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A hilltop viewpoint on Phi Phi Don offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the twin bays and turquoise waters below.
59 km · about 70 min drive
national park
Stunning Thai island park with towering limestone cliffs, crystal lagoons, and Maya Bay.
60 km · about 70 min drive
beach
A popular island-hopping tour visiting Chicken Island, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach with crystal waters.
60 km · about 70 min drive
beach
Dramatic limestone islands with turquoise waters, vibrant marine life, and the famous Maya Bay made iconic by the film The Beach.
60 km · about 70 min drive
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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