Phuket Part V

Phuket View and Sightseeing

Laem Phrom Thep

Located between Rawai and Nai Harn beaches, Phrom Thep Cape is a dramatic promontory that extends into the sea at the southwest corner of Phuket Island. The course has spectacular views of the small island of Koh Kaew Yai and the Andaman Sea, and is an essential place to enjoy the sunset.

At the top is a shrine dedicated to Brahma, the Hindu god of creation, whose cape is named after. (Phra Phrom is the Thai name for Brahma, Laem means "cape" while Thep means "god"). To get a better view, climb a couple flights of stairs to an elevated platform in the Golden Jubilee Lighthouse. The lighthouse also contains a small nautical museum.

The view attracts many tourists and locals at sunset, so if you want to avoid crowds consider going earlier in the day. There is an outdoor restaurant with fantastic views of the cape that can sustain a memorable dining experience.

Laem Phrom Thep is located between Rawai and Nai Harn. Go south to Rawai for a couple of miles. There is ample parking and plenty of little souvenir shops so you will not miss it. The road is steep and windy so take extra precautions, especially if its wet.

 

Kata Viewpoint

A large sala or pavilion by the side of the road between Kata and Nai Harn marks the location of this view. Clear day the view over the bays of Kata Noi, Kata Yai, Karon and Pu Island all put on before you is nothing less than magnificent.

The view is approximately five minutes drive south of Kata on the way to Laem Phrom Thep.

 

Rang Hill

This hill is located at the northwest edge of Phuket City, providing lovely views across Phuket's capital. At the top is a fitness park as well as a statue of Phuket's most famous governor, Ratsada Korsimbi Na Ranong, who presided over the city's early development at the turn of the twentieth century.

The best reason to visit Rang Hill (Khao Rang in Thai), is to dine at one of the hill-top restaurants. The view, particularly at night, is a perfect accompaniment to a tasty meal.

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