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Is Wat Chalong Worth Visiting?

Is Wat Chalong Worth Visiting?

    Wat Chalong is worth visiting if you want to see Phuket’s most important Buddhist temple. We’ve been dozens of times over the years and still stop by when showing friends around the island.

    Phra Aram Sakhonkhet Mansion - Thai Airways office in Phuket town

    Phra Aram Sakhonkhet Mansion

      Phra Aram Sakhonkhet Mansion is a historic Sino-Portuguese building located in Phuket Old Town. Its beautifully renovated white exterior distinguishes it and represents an important part of Phuket’s architectural heritage.

      Wat Kanan - The White Temple of Phuket

      Wat Kanan

        Wat Kanan is Phuket’s striking white Buddhist temple, often referred to as the island’s answer to the famousWhite Temple in Chiang Rai. Located in the Thalang area of Phuket, this relatively new and lesser-known temple has recently gained attention as a stunning spiritual and architectural destination.

        Freedom Elephant Reserve in Phuket

        Freedom Elephant Reserve

          Freedom Elephant Reserve’s dream is to provide retired working elephants with love and care, with limited human interaction on an observation-only basis.

          Bodhi Dog Rescue and Shelter in Phuket

          Bodhi Dog Rescue and Shelter

            Bodhi Dog Rescue and Shelter is both a rescue and a shelter located in Wat Sophon Wanaram, a Thai temple on the east coast of Phuket. An NGO, funded solely with donations, is on a mission to help every animal we can. We are a no-kill organisation.

            Benjakitti Park - Bangkok's Green Escape

            Benjakitti Park

              Benjakitti Park offers one of central Bangkok’s most refreshing outdoor spaces, with facilities that cater to fitness fans and families alike. The park’s well-maintained running tracks circle the central lake, covering approximately 2.8 kilometres.

              Bangkok Museums

              Bangkok Museums

                Bangkok Museums showcase the city’s rich cultural heritage, artistic achievements, and fascinating history. Visitors can find everything from world-class art institutions to uniquely Thai cultural experiences throughout the capital.

                Plane spotting in Phuket Phuket

                11 Best Things to do in Mai Khao Beach

                  There are quite a lot of fun things to do in Mai Khao Beach, from unique plane spotting to turtle conservation experiences. This quiet stretch of Phuket’s north coast offers everything from watching aircraft land overhead at the airport to having fun in a water park.

                  Kata Beach in Phuket

                  13 Things to do in Kata Beach

                    There is so much to do in Kata Beach, as it combines natural beauty with exciting activities along its 1.5-kilometre stretch of soft white sand and crystal-clear waters.

                    Karon Beach in Phuket

                    13 Things to Do in Karon Beach

                      Karon Beach is one of Phuket’s most popular seaside destinations, offering a good mix of relaxation and activities along its 3-kilometre stretch of white sand.

                      Aura Thai Massage in Phuket Town

                      Aura Thai Massage

                        At Aura Thai Massage, our journey began with a simple belief that true well-being comes from balance, care, and the healing power of touch. Inspired by the ancient traditions of Thai therapy, we created a sanctuary where body and mind can reconnect in complete harmony.

                        Wat Kitti Sangkharam in Kata Beach

                        Wat Kitti Sangkharam (Kata Temple)

                          Wat Kitti Sangkharam, also called Kata Temple, sits on the eastern side of Kata Beach along Patak Road. The temple is known for its ornate ordination hall, colorful facades, and calm grounds with statues and murals depicting the Buddha’s life.

                          Peranakan in Phuket Town

                          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.

                            The Ancient City in Samut Prakan

                            The Ancient – Muang Boran Museum

                              The Ancient City is an open-air museum just outside Bangkok in Samut Prakan. It’s not very far from the city, but it feels completely different—spacious, peaceful, and filled with impressive replicas of Thailand’s most important temples, monuments, and architectural landmarks.

                              Old Custom House in Bangkok, Bangrak District

                              The Old Customs House Bangkok

                                The Old Customs House Bangkok is one of those places that used to feel like a secret. Right on the Chao Phraya River, just next to the iconic Mandarin Oriental Hotel, this beautiful European-style building sat quietly for decades, long after it had any official use.

                                Aikwanich Mansion on Dibuk Road

                                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.

                                  Oto Play Park in Chalong, Phuket

                                  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.