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Chalong Temple
Saphan
Hin
Phrom
Thep Cape
Viewpoint
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Chalong
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Is about 8 kms. outside town. Take Vichit Songkram Rd., to the
Bypass Rd., and turn left, and drive for about 10 mins. Wat Chalong
will be on your left. This is where stands the cast statue of
Luang Por Cham, who helped the people of Phuket put down the Angyee,
or Chinese Coolie, Rebellion in 1876 during the reign of Rama
V. There are also statues of Luang Por Chaung, and Luang Por Gluam.
Other monks, who were abbots of the temple during later times,
and who are the objects of respect and recipients of the offerings
by Phuket people generally.
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| Saphan
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A land reclamation project provided abundant new land now used
for parks and public facilities at Sapan Hin, located where Phuket
Rd., meets the sea in Phuket Town. In the circle is the Tin Mining
Monument, shaped like a large drill bit, dedicated to the memory
of Captain Edward Thomas Miles, the Australian who brought the
first tin dredge to Phuket in 1909. The monument was built in
1969 on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of tin dredging in
Phuket. The Sport Center is located in the park.
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| Phrom
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"Phrom" is Thai for Hindu "Brahma" signifying purity, and "Thep"
means 'God'. Phromthep is a headland stretching into the sea and
forming the extreme south-end of Phuket. It has been prominent
feature for mariners since of early seafarers from the sub-continent,
remains of whose journey's have been found all along the Malay-peninsula's
west coast. From Rawai Beach turn right and go for 2 kms. The
cape has tall cliffs on the south, and was formerly called by
local villagers "Leam Jao" (The Gods' Cape). From the cliffs running
down to the boulders at the sea is a line of palm trees. Emerald
green currents swirl in the deep water and breakers hurl themselves
in vain against the rocky point : it is one of Phuket 's most
inspiring vistas. From Promthep Cape, which is the most beautiful
place to catch Phuket's famous sunset, a road leads northwest
to Nai Han Beach.
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| Viewpoint
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From this point can be seen the bays of Kata Noi, Kata and Karon,
and also Poo Island. It is one of the island's best views. A large
public sala, or shelter is there for visitors, and several vendors
sell food, drinks, and souvenirs in the area when the weather
is nice. The viewpoint is between Kata and Nai Han Beach.
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