Phuket (Thailand)

Phuket, formerly known as Talang (Tha-Laang) and, in Western sources, Junk Ceylon (a corruption of the Malay Tanjung Salang, i.e. "Cape Salang"), is one of the southern provinces (changwat) of Thailand. Neighbouring provinces are (from north clockwise) Phang Nga and Krabi, but as Phuket is an island there are no land boundaries. Phuket, which is approximately the size of Singapore, is Thailand’s largest island. The island is connected to mainland Thailand by two bridges.

Top Self-Guided Tour Itineraries in Phuket

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Sights & Fights in Phuket - 3-Day Itinerary

Phuket is famous for its beaches and nightlife, and millions of tourists come each year to lounge in the sun and party. It'd be a shame to go all the way to Thailand, and never experience anything really Thai! Muay Thai Boxing is the national sport of Thailand, and a very important part of the na... More Details »