February 18th, 2009 The Islands of Phuket
Although Phuket is known as the largest island in the Kingdom of Thailand, it is actually a collection of islands. There is the main island of Phuket and 39 smaller islands. Together they create an island paradise that is a dream vacation for many. Tourism has become the major industry for Phuket, which played a major role in the rubber and tin trade of the region in past centuries.
Today, millions of visitors come to Phuket to relax on the glorious beaches and party in one of Asia’s premiere dance and trance music capitals. Many of the beaches in the area have night clubs and Phuket is a popular place for beach raves. There are a number of five star hotels on Phuket, some of which are right on the beach.
Most of the beaches on Phuket Island offer boat trips to the smaller islands. In addition, there are neighboring islands such as the well-known Similan Islands.
One of the more popular Phuket islands is Kho Bon, also known as Bon Island. A quick trip via speed boat or longtail boat, Bon Island is a great place for snorkelling and has several restaurants and bars. The sunsets from the beaches here are stunning.
The islands of Racha Yai and Racha Noi are collectively known as Ko Racha or Ko Raya. These islands are popular with scuba divers. Ko Sire or Ko Si Le is connected to the mainland by a causeway and is home to a Sea Gysy colony. Other islands includeo Yao, Ko Maphrao (affectionately known as Coconut island), Ko Hae, and Ko Mia Thon.
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