5 star resorts Phuket are abundant and given the popularity of the beautiful Thai island, this comes as no surprise. The island of Phuket has been fondly considered one of the top travel destinations of the East and remains so to this day. While the gorgeous beaches of Phuket have tourists flocking to them by the dozen, the island itself is replete with attractions and is ripe for sightseeing. Many of these attractions can be packed into one long road trip from the northern point of the island to the south. Those residing in Anantara Phuket Villas can hire a car and begin from the top of the island, see the Sirinat National Park, Bang Khanun Forest Park and, one of the most iconic sights in the island, the Phuket Big Buddha which can be seen from any point of southern Phuket.
For a truly spectacular view of the Big Buddha, the city as well as Chalong Bay, Khao Rang Hill should be visited. When visiting and exploring Phuket town at sea level, the sights and attractions can appear isolated but from the unique vantage point offered by the Khao Rang Hill, all the attractions can be fitted into one beautiful frame. The hill is also a brilliant place to watch the sunset on Chalong Bay and as the last dying rays of the sun light up the sky in a myriad of colours, the setting sun also highlights Phuket town beautifully. Therefore, the Hill is definitely a must visit site before you leave the town.
At the summit of the Hill, a number of restaurants and cafes have mushroomed, providing tourists with the opportunity to relax after a gruelling climb of drive. These provide ideal bird eye views of the town and the distant bay which provide the ideal backdrop to sip a cool drink and unwind. The views from these stops are truly splendid and well worth the time spent.
Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.
