language school
since 1983
Phuket is Thailand's largest island and the most popular holiday destination in Southeast
Asia. With its spectacular beaches, crystal-
Population:
Phuket has around 250,000 residents. The ethnic composition of Phuket is: Thai, Chinese, Muslim, Sea Gypsy, European, Indian, Arabic.
Climate:
Being a tropical island, Phuket's weather is affected by monsoon winds, which keep the island warm and humid throughout the year.
Hot season : December -
Rainy season : May -
Cool season : January -
Boundaries:
To the North: Pak Prah Strait
To the South: Andaman Sea
To the East: Phang-
To the West: Andaman Sea
Geography:
Phuket is in the south of Thailand, 867 kilometers from the capital city Bangkok.
The island lies in the Indian Ocean, from 7'47" to 8'18" North latitude and from
98'12" to 98'32" West longitude. The island is connected to Phang-
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, with an area of 570 square kilometers, surrounded by 32 smaller islands. At its widest point the island is 21.3 kilometers, while at its longest it is 48.7 kilometers.
The island is almost 70 percent mountainous, running from north to south across the western side. The highest point of the island is Mai Tha Sipsong Peak (Twelve Cranes), located in Tambon Patong, Kathu Distirct, having a height of 529 meters.
The remaining 30 percent of the island consists of low plains and small streams, such as Khlong Bang Sai and Khlong Than Rue. These areas lie across the central and southern parts of the island.
Patong Language School, 5/19-
Tel +66 76 340 373 Fax +66 76 340 873 info@phuket-
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