Phuket Town |
 Located approximately 862 kilometers south of Bangkok
is Phuket, Thailand's largest island, which is often dubbed as the pearl
of the Andaman, or the pearl of the south. Its natural resources- rocky
peninsular, limestone cliffs, white powdery beaches, tranquil broad bays
and tropical in-land forests contribute to making it the South's wealthiest,
busiest, most visited and most popular island and province.
Nestled in the tropical
zone off the west coast of the southern part of Thailand
in the Andaman Sea and the Indian Ocean, the province
covers an area of approximately 543 square kilometers
(excluding small islets). It is estimated that Phuket
Province covers an area of approximately 590 square
kilometers if its 39 other small islands are included.
The islands total length, from north to south, is estimated
at 48.7 kilometers and approximately 21.3 kilometers
wide.
 Phuket
borders on Phang-nga Province to the north. The other
3 sides are encircled by the Andaman Sea the place where
many of the best diving sites are located. The island
is connected to Phang-nga Province by Sarasin Bridge
and Thep Krasattri Bridge.
Staying on the island is easy, as there are only two
seasons in a year - the rainy season (May to October)
and the hot season (November to April). The low season
of phuket is between September and October as they are
the wettest months. The best period for a visit, is
from November to February, when it is possible to see
the clear blue sky, feel the fresh sea breeze and marvel
at the crystal clear water while lying on powdery, palm-fringed
beaches. Average temperatures ranges between 23°C
and 33°C.
 Phuket's topology is exceptional with 70 percent of
its area covered with mountains which stretch from
north to south and the remaining 30 percent being
plains located in the central and eastern parts
of the island. The island does not have any major
rivers except for a total of 9 brooks and creeks.
 Phuket
is a haven of sandy white beaches, crystal clear water
and swaying palm trees. Like Bangkok, the activities
offered here are both diverse and numerous. Join a sea
kayak tour to the dramatic limestone islands of Phang-Nga
Bay, ride an elephant or relax with a soothing massage.
Famous For
• Dramatic limestone islands in the Andaman Sea
• Vegetarian festival – usually in late
September or October (see Events/Festivals)
• Luxurious hotels on white-sand beaches at great
rates
• Markets and night life
• Phuket King’s Cup Regatta
• Water sports – snorkelling, diving, kayaking,
swimming
Climate:
Season |
Months |
Average
Temp. |
| |
|
|
| Cool |
Nov
- Jan |
78
° F ---- 82° F |
| Hot |
Feb
- Apr |
80°
F ---- 84° F |
| Green |
May
- Oct |
82°
F --- 84° F |
|
