Colourful historic buildings on street

Phuket Old Town

Phuket, Thailand

About this place

Phuket Old Town is a charming historical district on Thailand's largest island, featuring well-preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture from the 19th century tin mining boom. Colorful shophouses line narrow streets like Thalang Road, where visitors can find local cafés, art galleries, and shops selling handmade goods. The district's unique cultural blend is evident in its ornate Chinese shrines, colonial-era mansions, and annual festivals like the vibrant Phuket Old Town Festival.

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Coordinates: 7.8859° N · 98.3876° E

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