Phuket, Administrative province in southern Thailand.
Phuket province spans across 576 square kilometers, including the main island and 32 smaller islands along the Andaman Sea coast of Thailand.
The province played a crucial role in international maritime trade routes between India and China during the 17th century, attracting merchants from Portugal and France.
The Two Heroines Monument represents the leadership of Thao Thep Kasattri and Thao Si Sunthon, who defended Phuket against Burmese invasion in 1785.
The province contains three administrative districts: Thalang in the north, Kathu in the west, and Muang in the south, with 17 subdistricts managing local affairs.
Phuket stands as Thailand's smallest province by land area and maintains its position as the only island province in the country.
Location: Thailand
Capital city: Phuket
Elevation above the sea: 529 m
Part of: Southern Thailand
Address: Phuket, Thailand
Website: http://phuket.go.th
GPS coordinates: 7.89000,98.39833
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:21
Phuket combines tropical beaches with Buddhist culture and natural areas. Thailand's largest island features coastal stretches like Patong, Kata and Karon for water sports and relaxation, while the interior holds temples such as Wat Chalong and the Big Buddha. Phuket Town's old quarter displays Sino-Portuguese architecture from the 19th century. The waters around Phuket enable excursions to Phang Nga Bay with its limestone formations and to the Phi Phi Islands. Markets offer local products and dishes from southern Thai cuisine. The island serves as a base for exploring the Andaman Sea and surrounding regions.
A selection of the most prominent rooftop bars in Phuket, offering panoramic views over the Thai island. These venues allow guests to enjoy cocktails at height while admiring tropical landscapes and sunsets over the Andaman Sea.
Patong
11.4 km
Phuket Giant Buddha
11.7 km
Sarasin bridge
36 km
Phromthep Cape
17.8 km
Tiger Kingdom Phuket
7.8 km
Karon Beach
12.7 km
Old Phuket Town
988 m
Phuket FantaSea
14.3 km
Wat Chalong
8.4 km
Sirinat National Park
24.6 km
Kamala beach
15 km
Kata Noi beach
14.4 km
Hat Kata
13.5 km
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket
8.2 km
Phuket Aquarium
9.7 km
Phuket Zoo
6.9 km
ศาลเจ้าจุ้ยตุ่ย
1.8 km
Andamanda Phuket
4.1 km
Rawai
15.5 km
Green elephant sanctuary park
13.9 km
Phuket Thai Hua Museum
1.4 km
Surakul Stadium
3 km
Splash Jungle Water Park
27.3 km
Upside down house
5.8 km
Holy Trinity Church
17.8 km
Wat Mongkhon Nimit
1.1 km
Nui beach
16.5 km
Thalang National Museum
10.7 kmReviews
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