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Phuket activities: diving, beaches, sailing and yachting
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Attractions
(Cape)
Ka cape
Ka cape is a popular stop for Thai visitors to the island.
Located at the extreme southwest of Chalong Bay. South of
the point is Leam Ka Beach, a sandy strip dotted with rocks
and boulders. The extensive coral reefs offshore make for
interesting snorkeling mornings. Bungalows, Thai food, and
boat charters to the islands are available. Ka Cape is 7 kms.
west of Chalong Circle.
Phrom Thep Cape
"Phrom"
is Thai for Hindu "Brahma"signifying purity, and
"Thep" means 'God'. Phromthep is a headland stretching
into the sea and forming the extreme south-end of Phuket.
It has been prominent feature for mariners since of early
seafarers from the sub-continent, remains of whose journey's
have been found all along the Malay-peninsula's west coast.
From Rawai Beach turn right and go for 2 kms. The cape has
tall cliffs on the south, and was formerly called by local
villagers "Leam Jao" (The Gods' Cape). From the
cliffs running down to the boulders at the sea is a line of
palm trees. Emerald green currents swirl in the deep water
and breakers hurl themselves in vain against the rocky point
: it is one of Phuket 's most inspiring vistas. From Promthep
Cape, which is the most beautiful place to catch Phuket's
famous sunset, a road leads northwest to Nai Han Beach.
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