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Wednesday morning Buddha posture Pang Umbat (ปางอุ้มบาตร) - standing holding alms bowl

Wednesday Buddha Postures

Wednesday is the only day with two Buddha postures in Thai tradition. People born on Wednesday during the day follow one image. Those born at night follow another.

Thursday Buddha Posture in Phuket – The Meditation Image

In Thai temples across Phuket, you’ll find Buddha statues arranged by the day of the week. Thursday’s image shows the Buddha seated in deep meditation, hands resting in his lap.

PIPC: Phuket International Petcare Center

Pet Hospitals in Phuket

Find reliable pet hospitals in Phuket for emergencies and routine care. Essential guide to veterinary services that could save your pet’s life.

Thai “Jai” Expressions in Thai

In Thai culture, the heart and mind aren’t separated; they connect through the word “jai” (ใจ), which means both heart and mind together.

Tuesday Buddha posture Pang Sai Yat (ปางไสยาสน์) - reclining on right side

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 Pang Thawai Net (ปางถวายเนตร) - standing with arms crossed at waist

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.”

Visiting Phuket: What Kind of Traveller Are You?

With 30 years of experience helping travellers explore Phuket, we’ve gathered valuable insights into what makes a trip truly enjoyable for different types of visitors.

Patong Beach vs Kamala Beach

Patong Beach and Kamala Beach are two of Phuket’s better-known beaches, and each has its own unique appeal for travellers to the Thai island.

Karon Beach Directory

In our Karon Beach Directory, you will find all the places we visited in Karon Beach, including attractions, restaurants, shops and local businesses that asked to join the Phuket 101 Directory.

Phuket Itineraries ✓

Our custom Phuket itineraries are designed to help you explore the island’s many attractions, landmarks, activities, and sightseeing opportunities

Mai Khao Beach Directory

You will find in this directory all the places we visited in Mai Khao Beach, including hotels, restaurants, and local businesses that asked to join the Phuket 101 Directory.

Koy Patong Transfers

Taxi and Minibus providing airport transfers and city tours, half day and full day:Airport to Phuket Town: 800 baht
Airport to Patong Beach: 800 baht
Airport to Kata and Karon Beach: 900 baht
City tour 6 hours: 1,600 baht
City tour 8 hours: 1,800 baht
City tour 10 hours: 2,300 baht

Bang Tao Beach Directory

You will find here all the places we visited in Bang Tao Beach, including attractions, restaurants, shops and local businesses who asked to join Phuket 101 Directory.

Phuket Town Directory

You will find here all the places we visited in Phuket Town, including attractions, restaurants, shops and local businesses that asked to join Phuket 101 Directory. Phuket Town, especially the old historical streets, is a popular place with many places to visit.