Visiting
Island highlights such as Wat Chalong, Phuket 's most revered
monastery, Khao Rang and Rawai Beach. Then proceed to Phromthep Cape for spectacular
views. Visit Century-old Sino-Portuguese building.Sino-Portuguese
Mansions
This description is given to several score houses set in grand gardens and built by
Chinese moguls, often about 100 years ago at the height of the tin mining boom. The name
reflects the influences of Chinese owners building in European style in Singapore and
Malaysia, where the Portuguese had set the first standards for grand tropical mansions..
In fact, most of the Sino-Portuguese buildings in Phuket town were built by Italians, whom
the wealthy Chinese employed. They also imported many of the materials, like tiles and
fittings, from Italy.
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building Built
more than 100 year, these building portray Thai characteristic and heritage although
architecturally they are blend of Chinese and European styles. Connoisseurs have
dubbed the buildings "Sino Portugeses" as they are not so tall with accent on
depth more than on width. the doors and windows have handicrafted patterns of fine
workmanship. If you happen to be on Deebuk road, look for these buildings and you
will be delighted.
Rang Hill (View Point of Phuket Town)
This provides a
pleasant view of town while dining, and has a Fitness Park, a series of hillside
sculptural tableaux which enhance calisthenics. |
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| Rawai
Beach Site of the Chao Ley or Sea
Gipsy village, many restaurants and bungalows, shell handicraft shops, and both fishing
and charter boats to the nearby islands. The beach itself is suitable for swimming. Rawai
is 7 kms. west of Chalong Circle. |
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| Phromthep
Cape This
cape is located at the southern tip of Phuket island. Easily accessible by car, the top
part of this cape is plain having a high cliff along the edge of the sea. From this
point you can look out to the sea and islands nearby. Many tourists come
here particularly in the evening to see the sun setting below the horizon.
They say that Phromthep cape offers the best view. |
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Wat Chalong
This temple is Phuket's most beautiful and renowned monastery. It enshrines the gilt
statues of monk-hero Luang Pho Chaem and his assistant Luang Pho Chuang, both much revered
by loca people because of their roles in quelling the miner rebellion in 1876. |
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Tour Rates
| Adult |
Child |
Child |
| Half Day |
400 |
300 |
| Half Day /
Lunch or Dinner |
600 |
450 |
| City Tour
with Thai Classical Shows |
700 |
525 |
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Reservations are made on behalf of yourself through Phuket City Tour |
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