Phuket
From ancient times to the present day, Phuket's natural resources are the key to its importance in South East Asia. A source of fresh water, firewood, and good harbours brought early sailors from India and Arabia, waiting here until the weather allowed them to proceed across The Andaman Sea. Tin, in seemingly endless quantities, underpinned the mining era for several millennia. Now, however, Phuket's beauty, epitomised by 'sun, sea and sand' plays a significant role in its recent incarnation as a getaway destination.
After the Tsunami that stopped the pulse of Phuket for quite some time, the destroyed coastal areas have been fully restored to their original magnificence. The deep blue sea, white sandy beaches, green lush forest, vibrant underwater world and wonderful climate still entice many individuals to experience these exquisite nature-given gifts. In addition to this, Phuket's infrastructure has recently been developed with facilities for tourists and residents alike. The international airport, 5 and 6 star hotels, spas and resorts, championship golf courses, world class marinas, international schools and hospitals all contribute to the truly multi-faceted way of life in Phuket, for those who stay a week or who choose to spend a lifetime here.
Location: Southwest Thailand
Size: approximately 48 kilometres from North to South and 21 kilometres from East to West, about 543 km²
Climate: tropical climate consisting of 2 distinct seasons, wet and dry, with a few minor variations in between.
Population: 300,000
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