Phuket Attractions - Thalang District
Located
in Thalang District, approximately 20 kilometres from Phuket City, the
sanctuary covers an area of 13,925 rai (5,570 acres) of rich and fertile
land which is home to several types of wild animals. The compound was
declared a wildlife sanctuary in July 1969.
The special Palm called “Chao Muang Thalang Palm” (Lang Khao Palm) can only be seen here. Major attractions in the sanctuary include:
Located approximately 20 kilometers from town is a historic temple that serves as an invaluable reference on Thalang’s history. The compound was once used as a Burmese military camp in 1785. The ubosot is where the three oldest and biggest tin Buddha images are enshrined. They are called the Three Kings and are positioned in between three other large statues.
To get there, travel along Thepkasattri Road, at Thalang District intersection, turn left and proceed directly into the temple.
The
park is located approximately 30 kilometers from Phuket City. Occupying an
area of 90 square kilometers, the park has a 13-kilometer beach. Formerly
known as Nai Yang National Park, it was declared a National Park on 13 July
1981. To reach the Park, start from Thepkasattri Road and continue towards
the Thalang intersection, then take a left turn at kilometer21 and 22
markers and proceed for approximately 10 kilometers. Alternatively, at
kilometer 21 and 22 markers, follow the road which leads to the airport for
approximately 2 kilometers. The park consists of picture-perfect beaches and
mangrove forests as follow:
Ban Thao ThepkasattriA recent discovery has identified the house of Phuket’s heroine, Thao Thepkrasattri. The place is located at Ban Kien, Tambol Thepkrasattri. To get there from the town, travel along Thepkrasattri Road, at kilometer 19 marker, take the road that leads to Ban Riang and proceed for approximately 2 kilometers.
This
monument was established by local residents in 1966 to honor the heroic
deeds of Thao Thepkasattri and Thao Srisunthorn. It is located at the Tha
Ruea intersection, Amphoe Thalang.
Thalang National MuseumLocated near the Two Heroines Monument, the museum features a permanent exhibition of life in old Phuket and ancient artefacts and remains discovered on the coast as well as materials used during war with Burma (Myanmar). It is open daily except national holidays from 8.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call 076 311426 or 076 311025. Admission fee is 30 baht / person.
Ko Nakha Noi Located near Po Bay, approximately 25 kilometres north of Phuket City, the island offers unspoiled natural beauty that is second to none. Koh Naka Noi is approximately 6 kilometres off of Po Bay and is home to the Naga Pearl Farm – the only South Sea Pearl Farm which is open to the public all year round. Visitors will be able to learn more on techniques of pearl cultivation at the farm. Souvenir shops are available.
The
temple is a popular attraction for both visitors and local residents.
Located in the temple is the upper half of a large Buddha statue which seems
to emerge from the ground. Legend has it that during the invasion of Thalang
town in 1785, the Burmese made several attempts to excavate the statue in
order to take it back to Burma. Each time they dug into the ground, swarms
of hornets would swoop on them and they had to give up in the end. Later,
the visible part of the statue was covered with gold by the villagers and
has remained as such until today.
The temple is located approximately 20 kilometres from Phuket City. Travel along Thepkrasattri Road, upon reaching the Thalang District Office, turn right and proceed directly to the temple.
Ao Bang TaoA large open bay that is the location of one of Phuket’s longest beaches, Ao Bang Tao has a long history related to the economy of the island. Previously a tin mining area the location has been transformed into an area where Phuket’s luxurious resorts and golf courses, especially Laguna complex, are located. Additional accommodations outside Laguna at the bay’s south end are also available.
Hat SurinLocated approximately 24 kilometres from town and only in a short distance north of Laem Sing is an enchanting beach lined with casuarinas trees. Isolated and secluded, the beach is ideal for sunbathing and relaxing. The beach, however, is not suitable for swimming as it has a steep sloping beach and the weather fluctuates during the southwest monsoon. In addition, there is a golf course which was established in the reign of King Rama VII. Several Muslim fishing communities are located nearby and Mosques are situated to the west of the beach. The local Mosque, Matsayit Mukaram, is worth visiting as it is an elegant whitewashed structure with lacquered wooden doors.
Laem SingLocated just one kilometer from Surin Beach, Laem Sing is a relatively small quite beach perfect for a break from the crowd. Laem Sing has a white sandy beach that glitters in the sun and is dotted with uniquely shaped rocks.
Source: Information by Tourism Authority of Thailand
