PHUKET: The Big Buddha viewpoint on the hills between Chalong and Kata is expected to reopen to visitors this month, ...

Big Buddha is a giant statue of Buddha encased in Burmese alabaster that towers over Phuket from the peak of Mount Nagakerd. Construction on Big Buddha began in 2007, and Phuketians are proud of both ...

Thirteen people including a Russian couple died in a mudslide on the Thai resort island of Phuket, the authorities said Sunday, after calling off a search for missing persons. Heavy rains last week ...

Thai Baht: You can find many banks and currency exchange counters almost everywhere in Phuket or even at the airport upon your arrival, so you don’t have to worry about where to exchange your money.

Sitting atop Khao Nakkerd Hill, the Phuket Big Buddha is one of the most revered shrines for Buddhists that holds equal importance for tourists visiting the city. The statue has an unforgettable 360 d ...