Phuket is a thriving part of Thailand’s cultural landscape, serving up a heart helping of lively entertainment, fascinating history and endless smiles from its people. Phuket is an island that rarely sleeps, always offering something for the curious visitor. When seeking a sports hotel Thailand offers up a range of riveting venues for the active sports person on the go. For those seeking a health club Phuket provides fitness fanatics with choice accommodation such as the Thanyapura. Its unique modern amenities catering to ensure optimum health benefits for all guests will ensure a rejuvenating stay for the visitor interested in fine tuning their health. A great hike that culminates in serenity of mind is the trek up to the impressive Big Buddha Chalong statue poised on the Nakkerd Hills between Kata and Chalong. Soaring to a stunning 45 metres, it is easily visible for miles around and affords a gorgeous view of the countryside for those who hike to the statue grounds. The site serves up some of the most panoramic views of the entire island, such as sweeping sights of Phuket, the Kata beaches, Chalong beach and many more. Venturing close to the spectacular statue is worth it, as the soft, serene gaze of the Buddha will imbue one with an infinite sense of peace. The entire area is free from the city’s bustle, and the only noises visitors will hear are the delicate tinkling of bells, the gentle flapping of flags in the wind, punctuated by peaceful dharma music in the background. All in all, it is a perfect site to meditate and get in touch with one’s true sense of self. As this is a religious site revered by visitors, remember to wear appropriate clothing, with no beachwear, dark colours, or too much exposed skin. Visitors can rend a sarong onsite if they feel their attire is too daring. But a visit to this peaceful, picturesque locale is worth the hike up the mountain.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday.
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Big Buddha Chalong A holistic hike up the mountains
