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Phuket

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Map of Thailand highlighting Phuket Province

Country Thailand

Capital Phuket City

Government

Governor

Tri Augkaradacha (since October

2010)[1]

Area

Total 543.0 km (209.7 sq mi)

Area rank Ranked 75th

Population (2011)

Total 353,847

Rank Ranked 68th

Density 641.82/km (1,662.3/sq mi)

Density rankRanked 6th

Time zone Thailand Standard Time(UTC+7)

ISO 3166 code TH-83

PhuketThai:[p.kt]), formerly known as Thalang (Tha-Laang) and, inWestern sources, Junk Ceylon (a corruption of the Malay Tanjung Salang, i.e. "Cape

Salang"),[2]

is one of the southernprovinces(changwat) ofThailand. Neighbouring

provinces are (from north clockwise)Phang NgaandKrabi, but as Phuket is anislandit

has no land boundaries.

Phuket, which is approximately the size ofSingapore, is Thailands largest island. Theisland is connected to mainland Thailand by two bridges. It is situated off the west coastof Thailand in theAndaman Sea. Phuket formerly derived its wealth fromtinand
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rubber, and enjoys a rich and colorful history. The island was on one of the major

trading routes betweenIndiaandChina, and was frequently mentioned in foreign ship

logs of Portuguese, French, Dutch and English traders. The region now derives much of

its income fromtourism.

Contents

1 Name 2 History

o 2.1 2004 Tsunami 3 Geography

o 3.1 Administrative divisions 4 Climate 5 Economy 6 Demographics 7 Transportation 8 Attractions 9 Local culture 10 Cuisine 11 Sister cities 12 References 13 External links

Name

The name Phuket (of which theph sound is anaspiratedp) is apparently derived from

the word bukit(Jawi: ) inMalaywhich means "hill", as this is what the islandappears like from a distance. The region was formerly referred to as "Thalang," derived

from the old Malay "Telong" (Jawi: ) which means "Cape". The northern districtof the province, which was the location of the old capital, still uses this name.

History
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The French ambassadorChevalier de Chaumontwith KingNarai.

In the 17th century, the Dutch, English, and after the 1680s the French, competed for

the opportunity to trade with the island of Phuket (then known as Junkseilon), which

was a very rich source of tin. In September 1680, a ship of theFrench East India

Companyvisited Phuket and left with a full cargo of tin. A year or two later, theSiamese KingNarai, seeking to reduce Dutch and English influence, named as governor

of Phuket a French medical missionary, BrotherRen Charbonneau, a member of the

Siam mission of theSocit des Missions Etrangres. Charbonneau remained as

governor until 1685.[3]

In 1685, King Narai confirmed the French tin monopoly in Phuket to their ambassador,

theChevalier de Chaumont.[4]

Chaumont's formermatre d'htel, Sieur de Billy, was

named governor of the island.[5]

However, the French were expelled from Siam after the

1688 Siamese revolution. On April 10, 1689,Desfargesled an expedition to re-capture

Phuket to restore some French control in Siam.[6]

His occupation of the island led to

nothing, and Desfarges returned toPondicherryin January 1690.[7]

TheBurmeseattacked Phuket in 1785.Francis Light, aBritish East India Company

captain passing by the island, notified the local administration that he had observed

Burmese forces preparing to attack.Than Phu YingChan, the wife of the recently

deceased governor, and her sister Mook () assembled what local forces theycould. After a month-long siege of the capital city, the Burmese were forced to retreat

March 13, 1785. The women became local heroines, receiving the royal titlesThao

Thep Kasattri and Thao Si Sunthonfrom a grateful KingRama I. During the reign of

KingChulalongkorn(Rama V), Phuket became the administrative center of thetin-

producing southern provinces. In 1933MonthonPhuket() was dissolvedand Phuket became a province by itself. Old names of the island include Ko

Thalang.[clarification needed]

2004 Tsunami

Patong Beach on Phuket affected by the tsunami disaster of December 2004.

Main article:2004 Indian Ocean earthquake

On December 26, 2004, Phuket and other nearby areas on Thailand's western coast

suffered extensive damage when they were struck by the Boxing Daytsunami, caused

by the2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. The waves destroyed several highly populated

areas in the region, killing up to 5,300 people nationwide, and tens of thousands morethroughout the Asian region. Some 250 were reported dead in Phuket, including foreign
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tourists, and as many perhaps as a thousand of the illegal Burmese workers building

new beach resorts in the Khao Lak area. Almost all of the major beaches on the west

coast, especially Kamala,Patong, Karon and Kata, sustained major damage, with some

damage caused to resorts and villages on the island's southern beaches.

By February 2005 many damaged resorts were back to business, and life slowlyreturned to normal. Following strenuous recovery programs, no tsunami damage can

now be seen except in the most remote beaches.

In early December 2006, Thailand launched the first of the 22 U.S.-made tsunami-

detection buoys to be positioned around the Indian Ocean as part of a regional warning

system. The satellite-linked deep-sea buoy floats 1,000 km (620 mi) offshore, roughly

midway between Thailand and Sri Lanka.[8]

Geography

Phuket

Map of Phuket (beaches in brown)Geography

Location Andaman Sea

Coordinates 75324N 982354E

Area 543 km (209.7 sq mi)

Length 50 km (31 mi)

Width 20 km (12 mi)

Highest elevation 529 m (1,736 ft)

Highest point Mai Thao Sip SongCountry
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Thailand

Phuket is the biggest island in Thailand, located in theAndaman Seaof southern

Thailand. The island is mostly mountainous with a mountain range in the west of the

island from the north to the south. The mountains of Phuket form the southern end of

thePhuket mountain range, which ranges for 440 kilometres (270 mi) from theKra

Isthmus. The highest elevation of the island isMai Thao Sip Song(Twelve Canes), at

529 metres (1,736 ft) above sea level.

It is estimated that Phuket has a total area of approximately 570 square kilometres

(220 sq mi) (including the province's other islands). Phuket is approximately 536 miles

(863 km) south of Bangkok, and covers an area of approximately 543 square kilometres

(210 sq mi) excluding small islets. It is estimated that if all its 39 other small islands are

included, Phuket Province will cover an area of approximately 590 square kilometres

(230 sq mi). The island total length, from north to south, is estimated at 30 miles

(48 km) and 13 miles (21 km) wide.

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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. It has a total of 9 brooks and creeks but does

not have any major rivers.

Forest, rubber and palm oil plantations cover 60% of the island.[citation needed]

The western

coast has several sandy beaches, while on the east coast beaches are more often muddy.

Near the southernmost point isLaem Promthep (Brahma's Cape), which is a popular

sunset viewing point. In the mountainous north of the island is theKhao Phra Thaeo

Non-hunting Area, protecting more than 20 km ofrainforest. The three highest peaks ofthis reserve are the Khao Prathiu (384 metres (1,260 ft)),Khao Bang Pae388 metres

(1,273 ft) andKhao Phara422 metres (1,385 ft). TheSirinat National Parkon the

northwestern coast was established in 1981 and protects an area of 90 square kilometres

(35 sq mi) (68 kilometres (42 mi) marine area), including the Nai Yang beach wheresea

turtleslay their eggs.

One of the most popular tourist areas on Phuket isPatong Beachon the central western

coast, perhaps owing to the easy access to its wide and long beach. Most of Phuket's

nightlife and its cheap shopping is located in Patong, and the area has become

increasingly developed. Patong means "the forest filled withbananaleaves" inThai.

Other popular beaches are located south of Patong. In a counterclockwise directionthese includeKaron Beach,Kata Beach,Kata Noi Beach, and around the southern tip of

the island,Nai Harn Beachand Rawai. To the north of Patong areKamala Beach,Surin

BeachandBang Tao Beach. These areas are generally much less developed than

Patong, and sought out by individuals, families and other groups with a preference for

more relaxed and less crowded environs than Patong. There are many islands to the

southeast, including Bon Island, just a short boat trip away. There are several coral

islands to the south of Phuket, theSimilan Islandslie to the north west, andPhi Phi

Islandsto the south east. Islanders engage in a lively tourist trade, catering to

snorkellersandscuba divers.

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Phuket is divided into three districts (Amphoe), which are further subdivided into 17

subdistricts (tambon) and 103 villages (muban).

1. Mueang Phuket2. Kathu3. Thalang

There are nine municipal (thesaban) areas within the province. The capitalPhukethas

city (thesaban nakhon) status, and the main touristical townPatongas well asKathuhas

town (thesaban mueang) status. There are further six subdistrict municipalities

(thesaban tambon)Karon, Thep Krasattri, Choeng Thale, Ratsada, Rawai and Wichit.The non-municipal areas are administrated by nine tambon administrative organizations

(TAO).

Map ofAmphoe, or the three districts of Phuket

Climate

Phuket has a tropical climate, more specifically atropical monsoon climate, with a dry

season from November to April and a rainy season from May to October. Average

temperatures are consistent year-round. Average highs range from 29 C (84 F) to 33

C (91 F); average lows range from 23 C (73 F) to 26 C (79 F).

[hide]Climate data for Phuket (19611990)

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year

Average

high C

(F)

31.8

(89.2)

32.9

(91.2)

33.5

(92.3)

33.4

(92.1)

32.0

(89.6)

31.6

(88.9)

31.2

(88.2)

31.2

(88.2)

30.7

(87.3)

30.9

(87.6)

31.0

(87.8)

31.2

(88.2)

31.8

(89.2)

Daily

mean C

(F)

27.9

(82.2)

28.7

(83.7)

29.3

(84.7)

29.5

(85.1)

28.4

(83.1)

28.3

(82.9)

27.8

(82.0)

27.9

(82.2)

27.3

(81.1)

27.4

(81.3)

27.5

(81.5)

27.6

(81.7)

28.1

(82.6)

Averagelow C

23.3(73.9)

23.7(74.7)

24.3(75.7)

24.8(76.6)

24.5(76.1)

24.5(76.1)

24.2(75.6)

24.4(75.9)

23.9(75.0)

23.8(74.8)

23.8(74.8)

23.7(74.7)

24.1(75.4)
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(F)

Precipitati

onmm

(inches)

29.8

(1.17

3)

20.9

(0.82

3)

49.1

(1.93

3)

121.9

(4.79

9)

319.4

(12.57

5)

268.9

(10.58

7)

290.5

(11.43

7)

272.6

(10.73

2)

399.0

(15.70

9)

309.6

(12.18

9)

175.7

(6.91

7)

59.4

(2.33

9)

2,316.

8

(91.21

3)

Avg. rainy

days4 3 5 11 21 19 19 19 23 22 16 8 170

Mean

monthly

sunshine

hours

286.2 271.5 282.3 247.9 188.5 139.5 172.6 174.1 143.2 179.8 197.1 244.32,527.

0

Source #1: Thai Meteorological Department[10]

, Hong Kong Observatory[11]

Source #2: NOAA (sun only)[12]

Economy

Sino-Portuguese Architecture influences many of the building in Phuket

Tinmining has been a major source of income for the island since the 16th century.

Chinese businessmen and Chinese workers were employed in the mines. Most wereHokkienChinese, and their influence on Phuket culture and cuisine can still be felt

today.[citation needed]

With falling tin prices, the mining has now all but ceased. In moderntimes, Phuket's economy rests on two pillars:rubber treeplantations (making Thailand

the biggest producer of rubber in the world) andtourism, with a thriving diving industry

attracting thousands of divers each year.[citation needed]

Since the 1980s, the sandy beaches on the western coast of the island have been heavily

developed into tourist centers, with Patong, Karon and Kata being the most popular

ones. Since the2004 Tsunami, all damaged buildings and attractions have been

restored. Phuket is currently going through an intensive period of leisure urbanization

with many new hotels, apartments and houses under construction. In July 2005, Phuketwas voted one of the Worlds Top 5 retirement destinations by the acclaimed Fortune
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Magazine.[13]

There are thousands of expatriates living in Phuket, many of them

retirees.[citation needed]

.

Demographics

As with most of Thailand, the majority of the population isBuddhist, but there is a

significant number ofMuslims(30%) in Phuket, mainly descendants of the island's

original sea-dwelling people. Among the Muslims, many are ofMalaydescent.[14][15]

People ofChineseancestry make up an even larger populace, many of whom having

descended from tin miners who migrated to Phuket during the 19th century.[16]

Peranakans, known as "Phuket Babas" in the local tongue, constitute a fair share of

members Chinese community, particularly among those who have family ties with the

Peranakans ofPenangandMalacca.[17]

Phuket provincial population in preliminary count of 2010 census was counted to be

525,018 people, including some 115,881 foreigners, or 21.1% of the population.However, it is admitted this is inaccurate since The Phuket Provincial Employment

Office currently records for more than 64,000 Burmese, Lao and Cambodian workers

legally residing on the island.[18]

Final figures are to be released later in 2011.

Transportation

ThePhuket International Airportis located in the north of the island. There are many

scheduled flights and chartered flights from domestics and other countries in Asia,

Australia, Europe and North America landing in Phuket.

There is no rail-line to Phuket, but the trains do run to nearby Surat Thani. Songthaews

(passenger pick-up vehicles) are a common mode of transport on Phuket. Phuketssongthaews are larger

[citation needed]than those found in other areas of Thailand. They

travel between the town and beaches. There are also conventional bus services and

motorbike taxis. The latter are found in large numbers in the main town and at Patong

Beach. The traditionalTuk-tukshave been replaced by small vans, mostly red or some

are yellow or green. Songthaews are the cheapest mode of transportation for travel from

town to town.

Attractions

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Monument to Thao Thep Kasattri and Thao Sri Sunthon in Phuket

Two Heroines Monument (), is a monument in AmphoeThalang, a memorial statue of the heroinesThao Thep Kasattri(Kunying Jan)

and Thao Sri Sunthon (Mook), who rallied islanders in 1785 to repel Burmese

invaders. As the island's governor had just died, the organization of Phuket's

defense against the Burmese invasion of 1785 was conducted by his widow,Thao Thep Kasattri. With her sister's help, they assembled what forces they had,

then disguised local women as male soldiers, to make believe to have increased

Phuket's military manpower. After a month's siege, the Burmese invaders

became exhausted and retreated. King Rama I awarded Kunying Jan with the

royal title of Thao Thep Kasattri.[9]

Thalang National Museum () is located near theTwo Heroines Monument. In 1985, on the 200th anniversary of the Thalang

War, the Thalang National Museum was established. The museum contains a

permanent exhibition of life in old Phuket, ancient artefacts and remains

discovered on the coast, and materials used during war with Burma

(Myanmar).[9]

View ofKata Noi Beach

Hat Patong( ) (Patong Beach) is Phuket's most developed beach andis 3 kilometres (1.9 mi)-long. It is located 15 km from Phuket town. Patong is

mostly made up of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and various tourist attractions.

Daytime activities are primarily centered around the beach with many watersport

activities. Patong is equally well known for its nightlife, centered around Soi

Bangla. Patong is also a shopping option in Phuket selling items such as clothes,

fashion accessories or souvenirs. The northern end of Patong Bay is called

Kalim and is a popular place for viewing the sunset and between April and

September each year for surfing.
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Hat Karon() is the second largest of Phuket's tourist beaches,approximately 20 kilometres (12 mi) from town. Large resort complexes line the

road behind the shoreline, but the broad beach itself has no development.

Numerous restaurants and tourist stores are located across the street from the

beach. The southern point has a fine coral reef stretching toward Kata and Bu

Island. There is also its sister beach Karon Noi.

Kamala Beach, Hat Kamala is a large beach approximately 10 miles north ofPatong Beach. The beach is undeveloped with coral reefs on the north side and

surfing in the low season. It is a tourist beach in the high season and a sleepy

seaside Muslim village in the low season. There is a market on Wednesday and

Friday nights.

View Point () This is located midpoint between Nai Han and Katabeaches. The scenic Kata Noi, Kata, and Karon beaches, and Ko Pu Island can

be viewed from this point.

Laem Phromthep () (Phromthep Cape) is a headland formingthe extreme south end of Phuket. "Phrom" is Thai for the Hindu term "Brahma",

signifying purity, and "Thep" is Thai for 'God'. Local villagers used to refer to

the cape as "Laem Chao", or the God's Cape, and it was an easily recognizable

landmark for the early seafarers traveling up theMalay Peninsulafrom the sub-

continent.

Wat Chalong() is where stands the cast statue ofLuang Pho Cham, who helped the people of Phuket put down the Angyee, or

Chinese Coolie Rebellion, in 1876 during the reign of Rama V. There are alsostatues of Luang Pho Chuang, and Luang Pho Cham, abbots of thetemple

during later times.

Khao Phra Thaeo Wildlife Conservation Development and ExtensionCentre ( ) is a center forstudy of the environment. Its duty is to promote and distribute wildlife within

Khao Phra Thaeo wildlife park. The park is full of forest and also actively

conserves a number of wild animals that would otherwise be extinct in Phuket.

The Big Buddha of Phuket, (Phra Phutta MingMongkol Akenakiri or Ming Mongkol Buddha), is located on the peak of amountain near Muang Phuket, or Phuket Town() on Phuket Island,Thailand. The image is 45m in height and covered in white Burmese marble. At

the time these photos were taken, the lotus throne had not yet been sheathed in

marble.

Simon Cabaret Show (Patong Beach) - probably the biggest transvestitecabaret show to be found locally. This show features a spectacular musical floor

show performed by the world famous ladyboys of Simon Cabaret.

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Phromthep Cape and Kaeo Yai Island

Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Si Sunthon Fair ( - ) is held on March 13 every year to commemorate the two greatheroines who rallied the Thalang people to repel Burmese invaders.

Vegetarian Festival ((-)) is held on the first day ofthe 9th lunar month (end Sept or early October). Phuket islanders of Chinese

ancestry commit themselves to a 9-day vegetarian diet, a form of purification

believed to help make the forthcoming year trouble-free. The festival ismarked by several ascetic displays, including fire-walking and ascending sharp-

bladed ladders.[1]

Phuket Kings Cup Regatta ( ) is held inDecember. The Kata Beach Resort hosts international yachtsmen, largely from

neighbouring countries who compete in the Kata Beach area for royal

trophies.[2]

Laguna Phuket Triathlon () is held in each December.The triathlon (a 1,800 metres (5,900 ft) swim, a 55 kilometres (34 mi) bike race

and a 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) run and a 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) fun run) attracts

many athletes from all over the world.

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Phuket Travel Fair (), starting fromNovember 1, is usually called the Patong Carnival, from the place where

celebrations occur. Colourful parades, sports events, and a beauty competition

for foreign tourists are major activities.

Chao Le (Sea Gypsy) Boat Floating Festival () fallsduring the middle of the sixth and eleventh lunar months yearly. The sea gypsy

villages at Rawai and Sapam hold their ceremonies on the 13th; Ko Si-re

celebrates on the 14th; and Laem La (east of the bridge on Phukets northern tip)

on the 15th. Ceremonies, which centre around the setting adrift of small boats
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similar to the Thai festival of Loi Krathong, are held at night and their purpose is

to drive away evil and bring good luck.

Cuisine

Local dishes include:

A Pong, Sri Lankan style dessert

Hokkien mee(), usually with pork or chicken Khanom chin(), a version of noodles taken at breakfast, usually served

with a spicy curry sauce and fresh vegetables.

Nam phrikkung siap ( ) is a mixture of dried chili and smokedshrimps taken with various fresh vegetables.

Cashew nuts and pineapples are rarely grown in Phuket but are available allyear round. The nuts are available dried, fried or coated.

Phat kana mu krop is a dish with sauteed leafy green (similar to kale) andcrispy pork. Khao man kai( ) is a simple dish of chicken and rice (usually infused

with padanus leaves) that is sold at many small stands.

Kuai tiao ruea (Boat Soup) is a noodle soup made with a brown broth andstewed buffalo meat, before serving a small amount of fresh buffalo blood is

added (optional). The soup is traditionally made on a longtail boat.

Hokkien orPeranakanFood

Sister cities

Phuket Province has a number ofsister

cities. They are:

Las Vegas,Nevada,UnitedStates

Nice,France Hainan Province,China[19]

Phuket Province isTwin townswith:

Yantai,China Nakhodka,Russia, since

September 2006[20]

Port Blair,India[21]

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