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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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