Located on Phuket’s southernmost point, Phrompthep Cape is probably the most popular scenic spot on the island. The cape is covered in grass with a sprinkling of tall sugar palms. The area, which is quite stunning at most times, becomes positively transcendent in the evenings, during the sunset. The cape faces west and is somewhat elevated making it the perfect vantage point to see this enchanting sight.
Each evening dozens of people come to the cape to view and photograph the sunset. It can get a little crowded, but the spectacular view of the setting sun is worth the effort. The sun starts to set at around 6 pm, but one should get there early to reserve a good spot. Visitors can watch the crowd to pass the time. One can also walk to the bottom of the cape if time permits. The slope is quite gentle and it is easy to walk down it, although the walk back up can be a bit of a challenge.
While visiting the Phrompthep Cape one can also take a detour to the nearby lighthouse. The lighthouse has been converted into a tiny museum and although the collection is pretty small, one can get stunning vistas from the top. One should also pay a visit to the nearby shrine. The shrine contains over a hundred statues of elephants in various sizes. Before heading back visitors can do a bit of shopping and have an outdoor dinner.
Phuket is a Thai island and is connected to the mainland by two bridges. The island is renowned for its gorgeous beaches and its vibrant nightlife. Since it is a major tourist spot, one can find facilities, such as hotels and restaurants, which cater to various budgets. This makes the island the ideal spot for a vacation or retreat.
When it comes to taking retreats in Thailand Thanyapura is a very good choice. The sports hotel Thailand comes with a myriad of facilities and guests can indulge in sports as diverse as tennis and football. Travellers looking forward to a nice and relaxing vacation can take advantage of the hotel’s excellent spa facilities which offers treatments designed to help guests feel relaxed and at peace.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+