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Laem Singh Beach
5
MAP G1
This beautiful, hidden beach,
populated by lush palm trees and
giant rocks, feels like a secret cove.
However, despite being hidden away
from the road, and the fairly steep
path required to reach it, Laem Singh
beach remains a popular destination
throug h out the year and becomes
especially busy during high season.
The rocky areas in the water provide
excellent snorkel ing opportuni ties,
while the rustic wooden beach
restaurants offer tree-shaded spots
in which to enjoy fresh seafood.
Palm-fringed Bang Tao Beach
Thalang National
6 Horseback Rides
Museum
on Bang Tao Beach
MAP D6 • Thalang • 07631 1025 7
• Open 8:30am–4pm daily • Adm • MAP B6 • Open 9am– 5:30pm daily
www.nationalmuseums.finearts.go.th • Adm
In 1785, two Siamese women helped Visitors can ride horses from the
defend Phuket against an attack by Phuket Laguna Riding Club on the
Burmese soldiers (see pp40–41). For beauti ful golden sands of Phuket’s
their bravery, they were honored with second-longest beach. The expe-
this museum, and the Heroines’ rience provides marvelous photo
Monument (see p43). A large 9th- opportunities, as well as being
century statue of Vishnu, the Hindu adventurous, as the horses walk,
god, stands in the museum’s main trot, or canter through the calm
hallway, while other displays feature waters and past stunning scenery.
the island’s tin-mining history, its Everyone is catered for – from
sea gypsy communities, and more. regular riders to novices, who are
well looked after by experienced
guides – and all equipment is provided.
Blue Canyon
8
Country Club
MAP C3 • 165, Moo 1 Thepkasattri
Road, Thalang • 07632 8088 • www.
bluecanyonclub.com
Golf aficionados rave about Blue
Canyon’s rolling fairways, towering
trees, and exceptionally well-kept
greens. The two pic turesque
SEA TURTLES championship courses here, the
During the November to February Canyon and the Lakes, are premier
breeding season, giant sea turtles, golfi ng destinations. The Canyon
including the magnificent leatherback, Course has hosted the Johnnie
return to the northwestern beaches Walker Classic three times, playing
of Phuket – to the same place they host to a number of acclaimed
were born – to lay their eggs. Mai Khao
and Nai Yang beaches provide perfect golfers. The 17th hole on the Canyon
nesting sites where sea turtles can lay Course is considered one of the 500
their eggs and bury them in the sand best in the world, according to Golf
for protection until they hatch. Magazine. Non-golfers will enjoy the
club’s spa and fine dining facilities.

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