Phuket is a province in southern Thailand. It is the largest island in Thailand located in the Andaman Sea. The entire island is surrounded by the Indian Ocean. To the south and east there are also islands on the territory of Phuket Province. Can travel by boat and car as there is only one route through Phang Nga province by crossing Sarasin Bridge and parallel bridges, namely Thao Thep Kasattri Bridge and Thao Si Sunthon Bridge to enter the province and by air supported by Phuket International Airport. This airport is located in the northwest of the island.
Andaman Pearl , Southern paradise , Golden sandy beach , Two heroines , The power of Luang Por Chaem.
Current Phuket Provincial Seal It began to be used in 1985 as a monument to two heroines in a circle surrounded by Kanok designs. which shows the brave deeds of Thao Thepkrasattri and Thao Srisunthorn who protected Thalang city from Burmese invaders. At the end of the Year of the Snake, 1785, for the abbreviation of Phuket Province. The one used in official business is PKT
Administratively divided into 3 districts, 17 subdistricts, 104 villages, namely Mueang Phuket District, Kathu District and Thalang District.
North Next to Phang Nga Province Connected by Sarasin Bridge and Thao Thep Kasattri Bridge.
South Next to the Andaman Sea Indian Ocean
East Next to the sea in Phang Nga Province.
West Next to the Andaman Sea Indian Ocean
Phuket people have the same general characteristics as Thai people: they are shy and friendly to everyone. Phuket’s population is made up of people of different nationalities and languages, including Chinese, Muslims, Seafarers, Hindus and Europeans, a mix of cultures that can be seen in different traditions and architectural styles. (Chinese-Portuguese)
Chinese
Chinese immigrants came to Phuket to earn a living long ago. But the one that comes in most often. When the mining boom Chinese also entered the mines as laborers and some worked diligently. Work hard until you can eventually make yourself a millionaire or boss. Most Chinese immigrants marry natives. Children born are often called “Baba” and “Yaya”.
Muslims
The first group were Muslims who settled in Phuket province. Muslims settled densely in the areas of Ban Ko Kaew, Ban Cherng Thale, Ban Bang Tao and Thalang District. And were scattered throughout the island.
Sea gypsies
Sea gypsies or new Thai people. It is believed to have arrived in Phuket by boat. Sea gypsies in Phuket Province are divided into 3 groups: land lions (Mogen Tamab), sea lions (Mogen Pulao) and Urak Lawoi. By settling There are a total of 4 villages in Phuket: Ban Laem Tuk Kae on Koh Sirey, Ban Sapam, Ban Rawai and Ban Laem La in Mai Khao Subdistrict.
European
Europeans have lived in Phuket since the Ayutthaya period. The first were Portuguese religious missionaries and traders. This can be seen in architecture when building collective houses. Western and Eastern styles together. In addition, the accent of some people from Phuket. It is also a transliteration of words such as “kopi oleng” which means coffee with milk, which probably comes from the French language, etc.
Arabs and Hindus
Ancient Arabs and Hindus have settled in Phuket since World War II. To be hired to work in various stores.
Tropical rainy weather with wind blowing all the time. The weather is hot and humid throughout the year. There are two seasons: summer and rainy season. The rainy season runs from May to November. Summer runs from December to April.
Khao Phra Thaew Located in Thalang District, it is the location of a national park. Khao Phra Thaeo is the most pristine forest in Phuket Province.
Khao Mai Thao Sip Song Stretches from north to south Its territory is in Mueang and Kathu districts.
Bang Wat Dam Located in Kathu District.
Ton Sai Waterfall There is Khao Phra Thaeo National Park as a water source.
Mine Phuket has mines scattered all over the island. Currently, it is considered an important source of water.
