Phuket
Country : Thailand
Capital : Phuket City
Area : 576.0 km2
Population : 600,000 (2013)
The relatively recent name "Phuket" is apparently derived from the word bukit which
means "hill", as this is what the island appears like from a distance.
The symbol is a picture of Thao thep kasatri and Thao sri sunthon Heroines Monument.
The reason for the use of the pictures of these heroines is because they protected the
province from the Burmese in 1785 AD.
Attractions
Hat Patong is Phuket's most developed beach and is 3 kilometres long. Daytime
activities are primarily centered around the beach with many watersport activities.
Patong is equally well known for its nightlife. Patong is also a shopping option in
Phuket. The northern end of Patong Bay is called Kalim and is a popular place for
viewing the sunset and between April and September each year for surfing.
Khao Phra Thaeo Wildlife Conservation Development and Extension Centre- It's
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