Phuket Aquarium, Public aquarium in Cape Panwa, Phuket, Thailand.
Description
Phuket Aquarium is a public aquarium located at Cape Panwa that houses around 25,000 marine animals arranged across nine themed zones. The exhibition displays both freshwater and saltwater species found in the Andaman Sea and its surrounding waters.
History
The facility started as a marine research center and gradually transformed into a public educational space. This shift reflects Thailand's growing emphasis on marine conservation and public awareness.
Culture
The facility runs daily feeding sessions and classes that help visitors learn about the marine animals found in Thai waters and how local fishing traditions work. These programs connect people directly to the creatures and practices that define the region's relationship with the sea.
Practical
The facility is located within a shopping center and opens daily from morning through early afternoon with guides available in multiple languages. Visitors should plan enough time to explore the different pools, including interactive touch areas where visitors can engage with small creatures.
Did you know?
Visitors can touch starfish and small crabs in designated pools while marine biologists explain the animals' characteristics and behaviors. These hands-on experiences allow people to connect with sea creatures on a personal level.
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