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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.
12 km · about 20 min drive
Phuket, Thailand · Asia
Phuket is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Mueang Phuket, 44km from Phang Nga Bay.
Phuket is a town located in Phuket, Thailand. With a population of 79,308, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Phuket 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 Phuket to your route.
Phuket ( poo-KET; Thai: ภูเก็ต, [pʰūː.kèt] , Malay: Bukit or Tongkah) is one of the southern provinces (changwat) of Thailand. It consists of the island of Phuket, the country's largest island, and another 32 smaller islands off its coast. Phuket lies off the west coast of mainland Thailand in the Andaman Sea. PhuketRead more
Island is connected by the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga province to the north. The next nearest province is Krabi, to the east across Phang Nga Bay.
Phuket province, encompassing an area of 547 km2 (211 sq mi), ranks as the second-smallest province in Thailand. Historically, Phuket Island was situated on a major trading route between India and China. This strategic location led to its frequent mention of foreign ships in the logs, including those from Portugal, France, the Netherlands, and England. Despite this attention from various European powers, Phuket was never colonized by any European nation.
Economically, the province's wealth was initially derived from tin and rubber production. Recently, Phuket has transitioned to tourism as its primary source of income. More than 100,000 foreigners are estimated to have settled in Phuket.
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Phuket is located in Phuket, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 7.8906 latitude, 98.3981 longitude.
Phuket has a population of approximately 79,308 people, making it a town in Thailand.
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landmark
A 45-meter white marble Maravija Buddha sitting atop Nakkerd Hill with sweeping 360-degree views of Phuket island.
12 km · about 20 min drive
bridge
Road bridge carrying Highway 402 across the channel between mainland Phang Nga and Phuket island, the only land route onto Phuket.
37 km · about 40 min drive
natural wonder
A spectacular bay dotted with towering limestone karsts and sea caves, including the famous James Bond Island.
44 km · about 50 min drive
national park
Stunning Thai island park with towering limestone cliffs, crystal lagoons, and Maya Bay.
45 km · about 50 min drive
beach
Dramatic limestone islands with turquoise waters, vibrant marine life, and the famous Maya Bay made iconic by the film The Beach.
45 km · about 50 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A hilltop viewpoint on Phi Phi Don offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the twin bays and turquoise waters below.
45 km · about 50 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.
47 km · about 55 min drive
beach
A popular island-hopping tour visiting Chicken Island, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach with crystal waters.
48 km · about 55 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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