Patong
Beach-the most famous of them, is crowded with hotels, restaurants, shopping centres, bars
etc. This vibrant centre throbs with excitement each night, and is particularly popular
with the younger set. The
surrounding waters contain much varied marine life, and the town is notable for its
Sino-Portuguese architecture. It is a very attractive island for sightseeing, with lovely
seashores and forested hillsides. |
Geography
Phuket is the
largest island in the country, but the smallest province in the South. It is located
between 7?45' and 8?15' north latitude, and from 98?15' to 98?40' west longitude on the
map.
Phuket's average
temperature is around 28.0 to 29.3 degrees Celsius. The lowest average is around 21.8 to
22.7 degrees Celsius and the highest is 35.7 degrees Celsius (in 1998). |
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