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The Villas of Phuket, Thailand!

Phuket, which is somewhat smaller than the size of Singapore, is Thailand’s largest island. One of its most major incomes is tourism. Why? Just look at these gorgeous villas to understand... The island is connected to mainland Thailand by two bridges.

These Are the Most Mispronounced Countries in the World

Phuket Phuket is Thailand's largest island. It's known for its sandy beaches and blue waters. But do you call it “Foo-ket”? That’s incorrect. It’s “Poo-ket.” Did you know the word Phuket actually means "mountain jewel"? 10. Colombia People often confuse Colombia with the District of Columbia.

This Artist Found an Incredible Way to Photograph Time

Gateway to India - Mumbai, India Big Buddha - Phuket, Thailand Revolutionary Square - Havana, Cuba Parliament Building - London, England Marina Bay Sands - Singapore Sulamani Temple - Bagan, Myanmar The Colosseum - Rome, Italy The Duomo - Milan, Italy Hagia Sophia - Istanbul, Turkey Birds Nest - Bejing

28 Places of Humbling Beauty You Can Find In Asia

Phang-Nga Bay, Phuket, Thailand 7. Po Klong Garai Towers, Ninh Thuan, Vietnam 8. Raffles Site, Singapore 9. Singapore River, Singapore 10. Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 11. Bali, Indonesia 12. Taipei, Taiwan 13. Terraced Rice Paddies, Ubud Area, Bali, Indonesia 14.

Have You Been to these Award-Winning Destinations?

Phuket, Thailand Paradise really is on earth. In Phuket, you’ll find the world’s most gorgeous beaches, decorated by gravity-defying limestone islands (perhaps most recognizable from The Man with the Golden Gun ) and vendors carrying fresh pineapples and other tropical fruit.

21 Extraordinary Pictures That Sum Up Science in 2016

image of an extreme pulsar (rotating neutron star) Microbeads magnified from a common eyeliner product Ants eating colored sugar The Milky Way at 4,400m in the Himalayas A fan throated lizard protecting its territory The Crab Nebula, formed from a star that exploded 2,600 years ago The newly discovered Phuket

30 Incredible Infinity Pools!

Built into a rock face, Villa Amanzi is a beautiful private residence in Phuket, Thailand. Hilton Hotel in Pattaya, Thailand Infinity for two, for an unbelievable view - Jade Mountain Resort, Island of St. Lucia.

Dine at These Restaurants for the Best Views in the World

Baan Rim Pa in Phuket, Thailand 22. Canlis in Seattle, Washington 23. Fangweng in Yichang, China 24. Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania 25. Hotel Edelweiss in Mürren, Switzerland 26. La View in Ubud, Bali 27. Panorama Alm in Mauterndorf, Austria 28.

16 Stunning Award-Winning Images from Around the World

Series, second place - "Kapkungkap Tadau" by Juan Castaneda |Location: Phuket, Thailand Image source: iPhone Photography Awards Related: 22 Award-Winning Photos That Capture the Power of Nature 8. 

12 Amazing Tourist-Free Destinations in Thailand!

Most tourists who visit Thailand come to the capital Bangkok or Phuket Island, where indeed there is quite a bit to do and see, but if you want to explore the local rural culture or the amazing ancient temples around, there are many other destinations you may have missed, simply because they are less

7 Amazing Stories of Animals Saving Humans from Death

Amber Owen was just 8 years old and was on holiday in Phuket with her parents. During the vacation, she made friends with a 4-year-old elephant named Ning Nong and was eager to play with her friend on the beach. This is when the tragic events started to unfold.

These Are Simply the Most Stunning Bays in the Whole World

Phang Nga Bay Beautiful caves, aquatic grottoes and limestone islands abound in Phang Nga Bay, which is located a mere 60 miles away from the island of Phuket. Some of the islands tower nearly 1,000 feet over the bay, and Ko Ping Kan is the most famous of all.

10 Beautiful Bays that Make Your Heart Sing!

Phang Nga Bay , Thailand Pang Nga Bay is one of the most beautiful places in Thailand and is about 95 km away from Phuket Island, where there are many caves above and below the water and a large number of islands made of limestone, some of which are 300 meters high.

The Beauty That Resides Under the Sea: Award-Winning Pics

Location: Phuket, Thailand Image source: Underwater Photographer of the Year A curious elephant checks out the photographer's camera, giving him the opportunity to get a close-up shot of the animal's trunk. “Fade” by J. Gregory Sherman (USA).