Monday Buddha Posture — Pang Ham Yati (ปางห้ามญาติ)
The Monday posture shows the Buddha standing with his right hand raised at chest level, palm outward. It represents the moment he stopped a war between his relatives with wisdom and compassion.
What to Do?
What to Do in Phuket? What not to miss, and what are the must-see? There are so many answers. Phuket is blessed with many activities and attractions. Some are on the island, and the most impressive are near enough to visit one or more in a single day. After 25 years here, it is quite easy to answer, and we listed all the places we love most in this ‘Phuket Attractions’ section… have fun!
Tuesday Buddha Posture – The Reclining Buddha (Parinibbāna)
In many Thai temples, visitors see Buddha statues shown in different postures for each day of the week. The Tuesday image is the Reclining Buddha (Thai: Pang Sai Yat, ปางไสยาสน์). This posture is not about sleeping. It represents the Buddha’s final passing into Parinibbāna (final Nibbāna).
Sunday Buddha Posture – The Steadfast Gaze
The posture for Sunday is called the Steadfast Gaze (Pang Thawai Net). In English, it is sometimes called the “Seven-Day Gaze” or “Seven Days Looking.”
Thailand Biennale Phuket 2026 – Eternal [Kalpa]
Thailand Biennale Phuket is a national contemporary art biennial set across Phuket, featuring Thai and international artists under the theme “Eternal [Kalpa],” which explores long-timescale relations between humans and nature.
Peranakan Culture in Phuket Town
Discover Peranakan culture in Phuket Town with our concise guide to Old Town streets, museums, and heritage homes, plus tips for food, photos, and planning.
Banana Beach on Coral Island
Banana Beach on Coral Island (Koh Hae) is now one of the most famous day trip beaches near Phuket. Ranked the world’s number 2 beach by Tripadvisor for 2025, it’s a busy spot with clear water, white sand, and many activities.
Wat Karon (Wat Suwan Khiri Khet)
Wat Karon, or Wat Suwan Khiri Khet, sits just inland from Karon Beach and has been part of the local community since 1895. It received its royal charter in 1939, marking its official status as a Buddhist temple in Phuket.
San Chao Mae Yanang Shrine
San Chao Mae Yanang Shrine, stands on Krabi Road in Phuket Town. A Chinese migrant founded the temple in 1853 during Phuket’s tin-mining boom, when many Chinese families settled on the island and brought their beliefs and rituals with them.
Phuket Paragliding
Phuket Paragliding runs tandem flights from the hills above Karon and Nai Harn. You don’t need any experience. A pilot handles everything while you hang in front and watch the coastline from 200-300 metres up.
Sam Pai Kong Shrine
Sam Pai Kong Shrine, often called Bangku Shrine, stands on Thepkasattri Road in Koh Kaew, a few minutes east of the British International School. They believe Chinese tin mine workers built the first modest hall more than 100 years ago.
San Chao Jeng Ong Shrine
Tucked behind Vachira Phuket Hospital on Yaowarat Road, San Chao Jeng Ong Shrine is easy to miss. A banyan tree guards the entrance, filtering afternoon light onto a red facade trimmed with jade-green tiles and twisting dragons.
San Chao Cho Ong Shrine
Post Views: 1,443 One of Phuket Town’s lesser-known Hokkien shrines San Chao Cho Ong, or Tai Yuan Tang, is a small but very old Chinese… Read More »San Chao Cho Ong Shrine
Phuket Sports Directory
Phuket is a great place to stay active, with a long list of sports and outdoor activities to enjoy on the island and in the sea. You can try Muay Thai, hit the gym, relax with yoga, or have fun surfing, kayaking, and snorkelling.
Wat Suan Dok
Wat Suan Dok, which means the temple of the flower garden, was built in 1373 and is unique because of the many white mausoleums containing the remains of the previous rulers of Chiang Mai
Wat Lok Moli
Post Views: 1,543 An ancient temple with a massive chedi and royal history Wat Lok Moli is one of those temples people often notice without… Read More »Wat Lok Moli
Wat Phra Singh
Wat Phra Singh is a significant one. It looks modest and darker than most other wats from the outside but is superb inside. Walk to the back to admire another temple and a shiny golden stupa
Wat Phan On
Wat Phan On is on the side of the Walking Street Market, with a golden Chedi and a beautifully decorated main Temple. On Sundays, the temple is occupied by food vendors and tables for customers to enjoy.
Wat Chedi Luang
Wat Chedi Luang is the largest and most spacious, with an immense and majestic central stupa. The square brick shape of the main chedi with elephants surrounding it is very iconic
Doi Suthep
Doi Suthep is the most iconic landmark of Chiang Mai, but it takes about an hour by car to reach from the downtown city centre
Drawing Room Coffee and Gallery
Drawing Room Coffee and Gallery is one of those places you probably wouldn’t notice, on the corner of Phang Nga Road, just a short walk from the famous On On Hotel in Old Phuket Town.
Marine Biological Center at Hyatt Regency Phuket
The Hyatt Regency Phuket now features a Marine Biological Center where marine biologist Marat Khaidarov leads hands-on activities to help guests learn about sea life and ocean changes.
Pun Tao Kong Shrine
Pun Tuao Kong Shrine (San Chao Phra Pun Tao Kong) is a small Chinese shrine sitting quietly on the edge of the road at the top of Patong Hill. Many people drive past it without noticing, but locals know it well.
Sui Boon Tong Shrine
Sui Boon Tong Shrine is a lesser-known Chinese shrine, but despite its discreet location and modest entrance, it remains an active spiritual site and plays a meaningful role during the annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival.
Aikwanich Mansion on Dibuk Road
You can’t miss this mint-green building when you walk through the heart of Phuket Old Town — it sits right at the corner where Dibuk Road meets Yaowarat Road, just opposite the Locktien Local Food Court, a beautiful example of the island’s old Sino-Portuguese architecture.
Long Hun Keng Shrine ⛩️
Long Hun Keng Shrine (肜雲宮) is a small and lesser-known Chinese shrine located along Thepkasattri Road in Phuket Town. Despite its modest size and low profile, it holds cultural significance for the local Chinese-Thai community, especially during the Vegetarian Festival.
OTO Play Park
At Oto Play Park, children are free to dive into hands-on activities that nurture their creativity and spark positive play. Whether it’s climbing, building, or creating, each area is designed to ignite their sense of adventure and fun.
Sindh Spa at Sinae Phuket
Part of Sinae Phuket hotel on Koh Sirey, about 10 minutes from Phuket Town. Water-themed treatments. Quieter location than the west coast spas. Good option if you’re staying in the Phuket Town area and don’t want to drive to Patong or Kata.
Tiger Cave in Krabi (Wat Tham Suea)
Wat Tham Seua, also known as the Tiger Cave Temple, is nestled in a jungle setting about 9km north of Krabi Town. The temple grounds feature glittering caves and archaeological treasures, including stone tools and pottery remains
Wat Kom Niya Khet (Wat Khuek Khak)
Wat Kom Nai Khet, also known as Wat Khuek Khak, is a serene Buddhist temple in the Khao Lak area about 5km north of Bang Niang Beach
James Bond Island Video
This video of James Bond Island takes you to one of Thailand’s most famous landmarks. Located in Phang Nga Bay, this small limestone island became world-famous after appearing in the James Bond movie The Man with the Golden Gun.
Samet Nangshe Video Phuket
This video of Samet Nangshe Viewpoint takes you to one of the most breathtaking panoramic spots in Phang Nga. Located about an hour from Phuket, this viewpoint offers a stunning view of the limestone cliffs and islands of Phang Nga Bay.
Phuket King Muay Thai
Phuket King Muay Thai is a well-established training camp in Kathu, known for its welcoming atmosphere and quality coaching. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or a professional fighter sharpening your skills, the gym offers training for all levels.
Baan Ar Jor House Museum Video 🎬
This video of Baan Ar Jor House Museum takes you inside one of Phuket’s most well-preserved heritage homes. Located near Mai Khao Beach, this Sino-Portuguese mansion was built in 1936 and has been carefully restored to showcase the island’s history and culture.
Phuket Beaches Video 🎬
This video of Phuket’s beaches takes you on a journey across some of the island’s most beautiful coastal spots. With over 40 beaches to explore, Phuket offers everything from lively tourist hubs to quiet, hidden escapes.
Andamanda Video 🎬
This video of Andamanda Waterpark takes you to one of Phuket’s largest and most exciting waterparks. Located near Phuket Town, Andamanda offers a mix of thrilling water slides, wave pools, and relaxing lazy rivers.
Cafe Phuket Viewpoint Video 🎬
Cafe Phuket Viewpoint is a hard-to-spot Instagram gem hidden on the curvy roadside that connects Patong Beach to Kamala Beach. The place has been around for a long time, carried different names, and never really was popular until someone realized that Instagram was an irresistible magnet for the young generation.
Koh Khai Islands Video
This video of the Koh Khai Islands takes you to a group of small but beautiful islands near Phuket. Located just 15 minutes by speedboat from the east coast, these islands are known for their clear turquoise water, soft white sand, and excellent snorkelling.
James Bond Island Video
This video of James Bond Island takes you to one of Thailand’s most famous landmarks. Located in Phang Nga Bay, this small limestone island became world-famous after appearing in the 1974 James Bond movie The Man with the Golden Gun.
Phang Nga Bay Video
This Phang Nga Bay Video takes you on an unforgettable journey through one of Thailand’s most stunning natural wonders. Known for its towering limestone cliffs, hidden caves, and emerald-green lagoons, the bay is best explored by kayak.
Wat Chalong Video
This Wat Chalong Video takes you to Phuket’s most important and largest temple. Located in Chalong, this beautifully decorated temple has been a spiritual centre for locals for over a century.
Phuket Big Buddha Video
This Phuket Big Buddha Video takes you to one of the island’s most famous landmarks. Sitting on Nakkerd Hill between Chalong and Kata, the 45-metre-tall statue can be seen from many parts of southern Phuket.
Koh Panyi Village Video
This Koh Panyi Village Video takes you to a unique floating village in Phang Nga Bay. Built on stilts over the water, this small fishing community is home to around 1,600 people
Maya Bay Video
This Maya Bay Video takes you to one of Thailand’s most famous beaches. Located on Phi Phi Leh Island, Maya Bay became world-famous after appearing in The Beach movie.
Best Things to Do in Phuket Video 🎬
This Best Things to Do in Phuket Video highlights the island’s top attractions and activities. With more than 40 beaches, cultural landmarks, and nearby islands, there’s plenty to explore.
Secret Bay Phuket
Secret Bay Phuket is a hidden bar built on a hillside overlooking the Andaman Sea, located between Patong Beach and Kamala Beach. A long wooden path leads visitors to several lower decks below, some with chairs and tables and some others with colourful bean bags.
Lord Shrimant Ganpati Bappa Devalai
Lord Shrimant Ganpati Bappa Devalai is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ganesha set in Rawai Beach near Rawai Park. This intricately designed Phuket temple is a replica of the century-old Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple in Pune, India
AR Trick Eye Museum Phuket
The AR Trick Eye Museum Phuket is a fun and interactive attraction located at Central Floresta Phuket on the outskirts of Phuket Town (on the way to Patong Beach, which makes it easy to reach).
Phuket Kart Speedway
Located between Patong Beach and Kathu, Phuket Kart Speedway is another league; two-stroke engines are fast, loud and impressive. A small car even pushes you to gain maximum speed right from the start.
Formula Fun Karting
Formula Fun Karting is Thailand’s First Indoor Electric Go-Kart Track, featuring Racing Simulator, Paddock Club and Academy. Located on the Bypass road near Phuket Town, Formula Fun Karting is Phuket’s newest attraction, unleashing the thrill of go-kart racing indoors.
LeSpa by Stay Wellbeing & Lifestyle Resort
Large spa facility in Rawai, 900 square metres with 17 treatment rooms. Part of Stay Wellbeing resort, which focuses on fitness and health. Uses Phytomer products. More clinical feel than the traditional Thai spas. Popular with long-stay guests doing multi-day wellness programmes.
Phuket Itinerary for Instagrammers
Post Views: 2,742 Best Places in Phuket for Instagrammers Phuket offers travellers many striking spots for Instagram and TikTok. Iconic sites like the Big Buddha,… Read More »Phuket Itinerary for Instagrammers
The Chartered Bank Intersection in Phuket Town
The Old Chartered Bank intersection in Phuket Town is definitely the hottest selfie spot on the island now. A small crowd of young people are engulfed in their selfie fashion show at each corner of the intersection of Phuket Road and Dibuk Road.