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bustling, administrative centre of Phuket is often overlooked
in favour of the beaches, but there's a lot to see and do
in Phuket City. Having been recently upgraded to city status,
Phuket City features an exciting mix of old and new, simple
and sophisticated, peaceful and pulsating. The historical
district is a must-see in the city, with fine examples of
Sino-Portuguese architecture concentrated along Dibuk, Thalang
and Krabi roads standing as monuments to Phuket's Chinese
heritage. Some of the mansions and shophouses are beautifully
restored, with many still inhabited by local families. The
city's ornate Chinese shrines are hubs of activity during
festival times.
Phuket City also boasts the best variety of food on the island,
much of it available at local prices. If you're hoping to
sample local dishes such as mii pat (yellow noodles), kanom
jiin (Chinese style rice noodles with curry), khao mun kai
(chicken and cooked rice) or roti (Muslim-style pancakes),
then Phuket City the place to come.
Recommended Thai restaurants: Lemongrass (Dibuk Rd), Thammachart
(Soi Phuthon), Phuket View, Tung Kha Cafe (both on Rang Hill).
Newly opened is Baan Klung Jinda Restaurant on Mae Luan Rd,
in the beautifully restored former residence of the Phuket
Provincial Treasurer.
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