Thailand Phuket

The island of Phuket, the country's largest island, comprises the majority of Phuket Province, along with another 32 smaller islands off its coast. It lies off the west coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. Phuket Island is connected by the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga Province to the north. It formerly derived its wealth from tin and rubber, and enjoys a rich and colorful history. The island was on one of the major trading routes between India and China, and was frequently mentioned in foreign ship logs of Portuguese, French, Dutch, and English traders. The region now derives much of its income from tourism. Its attractions include a multitude of beaches and several cultural markers.

With breathtaking scenery and pristine beaches, this coastal town is a paradise for lovers of nature and serenity.

Popular with long-term international visitors, this coastal village is quiet and beautiful, boasting a marvelous beach.

Chalong is a subdistrict in the southern portion of Phuket Province, Thailand. It is one of eight subdistricts in the capital district Mueang Phuket. The most important of the 29 Buddhist temples on Phuket is located here - Wat Chalong. It is dedicated to two highly venerable monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang (หลวงพ่อช่วง), who with their knowledge of herbal medicine helped the injured of a tin miners rebellion in 1876.