Joanna James
The beautiful island of Phuket, Thailand in the Andaman Sea is an all-time favourite holiday destination for tourists who are looking to experience nature, fun, and excitement during their trip.
The evening cultural show held at Kamala Beach, Phuket is a vibrant display of Thai heritage and traditions. Performed by hundreds of extravagantly dressed artists, dancers, elephants, and other animals, this is the biggest show in the country. The main show is followed by a buffet dinner, and you can also enjoy carnival games, elephant rides, and shopping at the boutique village.
Located at the corner of Montri and Phang Nga roads in Phuket Town, the Trickeye Museum is one of the must-visit places in Thailand. This has around 100 paintings and sculptures creating a 3D effect that amazes the visitors with their lively and realistic nature. You can get yourself photographed with a herd of wild bulls chasing after you, a giant crocodile waiting for you to lose your grip and fall into its mouth, or a helicopter saving you with a rope ladder.
Housing over 120 outlets in total, the Central Festival Phuket is the largest one-stop shopping mall in Thailand. It has everything starting from clothing, electronic equipment, household items, toys and other kids items, and sports accessories to stationery, books, and office supplies on sale. This is an air-conditioned complex with facilities such as restaurants, cinemas, toilets, and parking that make it a good place to spend a day.
Walking along the see-through glass tunnel in the Phuket aquarium is a fun way to meet the exotic marine life in the Andaman Seas including the fascinating sharks, rays, groupers, vibrant reef fish, crabs, prawns, and other sea creatures. It is designed with more than 30 saltwater and freshwater tanks that house a vast number of rare and beautiful species.
One thing that Thailand specialises in is its natural and herbal methods of treatment for physical and mental well-being. You can easily get yourself pampered with a full body massage, herbal bath, or facial treatment at a long-stay hotel in Phuket such as the elegantly designed NH Boat Lagoon Phuket Resort that offers signature treatments and spa facilities for the in-house guests.
The best way to learn more about Thai cuisine is to enroll yourself in a one-day cooking class in Phuket. There are many options offered by culinary academies and restaurants, that will give you the chance to go shopping with the chef and get hands-on experience on the basics of preparing a delicious Thai meal.
Located off Rassada Road in Phuket town, this specialised market is a good stop for followers of Buddhism and antique lovers. It has thousands of Buddha images and amulets made of various materials like clay, metal, and even silver or gold.
The Bang Neow Shrine is one of the most beautiful and fascinating places of worship in Phuket town. It is a Chinese shrine displaying an ornate and colourful interior with many paintings and several important Chinese literature.
The Hanuman World Phuket is an eco-adventure park designed for those who are looking for some thrilling activities. It has 30 platforms placed above the trees, 16 zip lines, three abseil points, three sky bridges, and two spiral staircases.
The Phuket nightlife is one of the must-have experiences with a slow-moving and typically Asian setup rather than the busy environment you might be used to. There are many cabaret shows, karaoke clubs, cafes, bars, and nightclubs for you to choose from.
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