Phuket is located in Southern Thailand and is Thailand's biggest island which is located in the Andaman Sea.  It is located close to Krabi, another popular tourist destination.

 

Phuket has a large Chinese influence which is reflected in the many Chinese shrines and Chinese restaurants around the city. A Chinese Vegetarian Festival is held there every year. While the Chinese community is quite big, there are many other ethnicities bringing all their traditions and festivals from all over the world to Phuket.

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Being a big island, Phuket is surrounded by many magnificent beaches such as Rawai, Patong, Karon, Kamala, Kata Yai, Kata Noi, and Mai Khao. Laem Phromthep Viewpoint is said to feature the most beautiful sunsets in Thailand.

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Apart from the beaches, Phuket also has amazing classical architecture such as the Goom Restaurant. With its welcoming atmosphere and the famous Phuket nightlife, you can see why the island is a hotspot for tourists in Thailand.

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Phuket is now well connected with direct flights from India to Phuket through Indigo Airlines, Air India and SpiceJet.