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Attractions
(Cape)
Ka cape
Ka cape is a popular stop for Thai visitors to
the island. Located at the extreme southwest of
Chalong Bay. South of the point is Leam Ka Beach,
a sandy strip dotted with rocks and boulders.
The extensive coral reefs offshore make for interesting
snorkeling mornings. Bungalows, Thai food, and
boat charters to the islands are available. Ka
Cape is 7 kms. west of Chalong Circle.
Phrom Thep Cape
 "Phrom"
is Thai for Hindu "Brahma"signifying
purity, and "Thep" means 'God'. Phromthep
is a headland stretching into the sea and forming
the extreme south-end of Phuket. It has been prominent
feature for mariners since of early seafarers
from the sub-continent, remains of whose journey's
have been found all along the Malay-peninsula's
west coast.
From Rawai Beach turn right and go for 2 kms.
The cape has tall cliffs on the south, and was
formerly called by local villagers "Leam
Jao" (The Gods' Cape). From the cliffs running
down to the boulders at the sea is a line of palm
trees. Emerald green currents swirl in the deep
water and breakers hurl themselves in vain against
the rocky point : it is one of Phuket 's most
inspiring vistas. From Promthep Cape, which is
the most beautiful place to catch Phuket's famous
sunset, a road leads northwest to Nai Han Beach.
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