Joanna James
The coasts lined with palm trees, sugar sandy beaches, gleaming waters complemented by party hot spots are obvious attractions drawing visitors, however, the lesser-known treasures of Phuket are worth exploring to be pleasantly delighted making your visit vividly memorable.
This novel creation of a completely inverted three-storeyed house in red in the heart of the city not far from many Phuket beach resorts is a fun place to visit whether you are with friends or family. Enter the house through the roof to the attic, the stairway takes you to the living room of the house from where exploration of the rest of the house is carried out by walking on the ceiling. The backyard has a maze shaped garden to keep both young and adults engrossed. An exciting and memorable rendezvous.
Not the usual beach, this tiny secluded jewel of a beach is just 200 metres long dotted with rocky boulders, fanned by lush greenery and clear waters. A serene beach for quiet reflection and absolute relaxation that can be accessed through the Nai Harn Resort. A haven favoured by many visitors at Avani+ Mai Khao Phuket Suites & Villas.
One of the purest Rums in the world, Chalong Bay's Rum is 100 per cent out of homegrown sugarcane with no chemicals being used. Witness the interesting process of rum making by doing a tour held between 2 to 6 pm at regular intervals. From pressing and fermentation of the sugarcane to the final maturation of rum, the tour is quite an enjoyable and educational one. Top it off by tasting a famous Chalong Bay mojito, a great experience for the curious visitors.
At 45 metres in height, this massive seated statue of the Buddha commands attention from all sides of the island for its size and the creamy white façade whether it is daytime or night. Spend some time talking to the monk of the temple complex to learn about the history of this temple, and even help upkeep by buying some of the traditional souvenirs. Don't forget to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view from the top whilst you are there and capture picturesque surroundings on camera. On your way back enjoy the many viewpoints such as the amazing Chalong Bay, take a breather by stepping out and soaking in the wonderful vistas and even having some refreshments.
Rawai village is on the East Coast of the Phuket island and is the home of the Mokens, a tribe of sea gypsies who choose to practice their customs and traditions. The men are mostly fishermen whilst a few are guides for sea trips. Rent a boat and venture offshore to enjoy the scenic views. Having its fishing harbour Rawai is noted for the seafood markets. Enjoy a delicious seafood meal cooked at a local restaurant to complete your excursion.
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