Phuket Attractions by Interest |
Thalang National Museum
Located near the Two Heroines Monument,
the museum features a permanent exhibition of life in old
Phuket and ancient artifacts and remains discovered on the
coast as well as materials used during war with Burma (Myanmar).
It is open daily except national holidays from 8.30 a.m. to
4 p.m. For more information call 076 311426 or 076 311025.
Admission fee is 30 baht / person.
The Two Heroines Monument
This monument was established by local residents
in 1966 to honor the heroic deeds of Thao Thepkasattri and
Thao Srisunthorn. It is located at the Tha Ruea intersection,
Amphoe Thalang.
Phuket Sea Shell Museum
Phuket Sea Shell Museum is located near
Rawai Beach on the island's southwestern shores. On display
are private collections of seashells from Thai waters (off
Phuket Island itself). They are considered the most sought-after
shells by collectors. In addition to such the collection,
seashells from other parts of Thailand and other parts of
the world are also on display. The main attractions at this
Museum are the worlds largest golden 140-karat pearl, the
worlds earliest known life form seen in sections of sedimentary
rock containing shell fossils and a gigantic 250-kilogram
shell. The museum is open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call
tel. 0 7638 1266 or 0 7638 1274 for more information.
Thalang National Museum
Located near the Two Heroines Monument,
the museum features a permanent exhibition of life in old
Phuket and ancient artifacts and remains discovered on the
coast as well as materials used during war with Burma (Myanmar).
It is open daily except national holidays from 8.30 a.m. to
4 p.m. For more information call 076 311426 or 076 311025.
Admission fee is 30 baht / person.
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