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Big Buddha
This religious monument on top of Nakkerd Hill has become one of Phuket's iconic
landmarks and attracts hundreds of visitors each day. The 148-ft (45-m) tall cross-
legged white marble Buddha makes an awesome sight when viewed from sea level,
and offers even greater appeal from the hilltop, from where visitors enjoy sweeping
views and pleasant breezes. You can also enjoy a sunset dinner at Nakkerd Sea View
Restaurant.
Open 8am-7:30pm daily
Kata Beach
Increasingly upscale, Kata draws positive reviews for the way it harmonizes its trop-
ical beauty with ever-growing crowds and infrastructure. Indeed, the beach here of-
fers many of the same joys as Patong, such as parasailing and jet-skiing, yet it retains
a decidedly more relaxed feel. At night, Kata has enough restaurants and nightlife to
feel like it's got a pulse, but it isn't overbearing. With a wide selection of shopping,
both on the beach and off, it's easy to see why Kata's popularity endures (For further
details see Kata Beach ).
Exploring Phuket's Southwest Coast
Morning
Start your motorbike journey in Patong , the tourist center of the island. Follow the road signs for
Highway 4233 towards Karon , Kata , and Phromthep Cape . This coastal road takes you to the is-
land's southern tip. Make your first stop at Karon Beach , one of Phuket's largest tourist beaches.
Buy a coconut from a beach vendors and enjoy the sweet water inside. Continuing south on the road,
you will pass the shop-lined streets of Kata. Stop if something catches your eye. After Kata Noi ,
the road ascends a steep hill that winds its way up to the famous Karon Viewpoint , from where
you can enjoy breathtaking views and take great photographs, so bring your camera. Continue to
Naiharn , where a delicious seaside lunch awaits you under the shade of umbrellas and casuarinas
behind Naiharn Beach .
Afternoon
After a relaxed lunch, follow the road signs to Phromthep Cape. You'll drive around Naiharn Lake,
and then up and down a hilly, tree-lined road. At the bottom of the hill is Yanui Beach , a charming
place to swim, snorkel, and relax under the trees. The road then continues to Phromthep Cape, with
its magnificent views over the Andaman Sea. Just be sure to reverse course and reach Patong before
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