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Places to Buy Souvenirs
Night Markets
A variety of inexpensive souvenirs, from mini-elephant figurines to wooden Buddha
wall carvings, can be found in Phuket's night markets. Don't forget to bargain, since
most items can be bought for half (or less) the seller's initial price (For further details
see
Phuket Town Night Market
)
.
Soul of Asia
This magnificent gallery is housed in two old Chinese shop houses and has an im-
pressive selection of rare and antique Asian master paintings, Buddha images, and
Asian antiques, including Chinese antique rugs and exquisite Chinese porcelain (For
further details see
Soul of Asia
)
.
Jim Thompson
Thailand's leading fine silk brand is named for
the American business tycoon who revived, and
later epitomized, the Thai silk industry. There are
six Jim Thompson shops on Phuket, including
one at the airport. You will be sure to find the
perfect Thai gift among the neckties, blouses,
handbags, and decorative pillows.
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Souvenirs, Jim Thompson shop
