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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.
3 km · about 5 min drive
Phuket, Thailand · Asia
Ban Karon is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Ban Chalong, 52km from Phang Nga Bay.
Ban Karon is a town located in Phuket, Thailand. With a population of 7,094, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ban Karon 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 Karon to your route.
Karon Beach (Thai: หาดกะรน, RTGS: Hat Karon, pronounced [hàːt kā.rōn]) refers to a beach, and the town adjoining it, on the west coast of Phuket, Thailand. It is considered as the second longest beach in the province.
The beach is a popular destination for tourists. Generally quieter than neighbouring Patong, it isRead more
popular with families and couples. It is also especially popular with Scandinavian tourists, with many businesses catering especially to them.
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Ban Karon is located in Phuket, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 7.8477 latitude, 98.2985 longitude.
Ban Karon has a population of approximately 7,094 people, making it a town in Thailand.
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Tourist police (English): 1155.
Full driving guide for Thailand8 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
A 45-meter white marble Maravija Buddha sitting atop Nakkerd Hill with sweeping 360-degree views of Phuket island.
3 km · about 5 min drive
bridge
Road bridge carrying Highway 402 across the channel between mainland Phang Nga and Phuket island, the only land route onto Phuket.
40 km · about 45 min drive
natural wonder
A spectacular bay dotted with towering limestone karsts and sea caves, including the famous James Bond Island.
52 km · about 60 min drive
national park
Stunning Thai island park with towering limestone cliffs, crystal lagoons, and Maya Bay.
54 km · about 65 min drive
beach
Dramatic limestone islands with turquoise waters, vibrant marine life, and the famous Maya Bay made iconic by the film The Beach.
54 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A hilltop viewpoint on Phi Phi Don offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the twin bays and turquoise waters below.
54 km · about 60 min drive
beach
A secluded bay on Ko Phi Phi Leh made famous by the film The Beach, enclosed by towering limestone cliffs and emerald waters.
55 km · about 65 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Hilltop viewpoint over the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay, reached by a steep access track north of Phuket.
58 km · about 65 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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