BIG BUDDHA PHUKET
10.11.2019
One of the best attractions on Phuket Island is our Giant Buddha on Nakkerd Hill in the town of Chalong(where I live).
Looking down on the town, i get a feeling of safety and calm when driving my partner to work, like he's watching over us all. When up there the came and quiet, and of course on sunny days the amazing views across to Chalong Bay and the Islands are in my opinion, un equaled.
Phuket's Big Buddha is one of the most important and revered landmarks on the island. The huge image sits on top of the Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata and, at 45 metres tall, can be seen from as far away as Phuket Town and Karon Beach.
The lofty site offers the best 360-degree views of the island, with sweeping vistas of Phuket Town, Kata, Karon, Chalong Bay and more.
Known among Thais as the Phra Puttamingmongkol Akenakkiri Buddha,]] the main statue was built in 2004 and is 25 meters across at the base. The whole body is constructed with reinforced concrete, layered with beautiful Burmese white jade marble that shines in the sun. The views, and the actual image itself are breathtaking.
The road to Nakkerd Hills is in good condition, most parts are newly built but it has many curves and some steep climbs, which less-powerful scooters can struggle with. Some young tourists enjoy hiking up, even though it usually takes them over an hour to reach the top. Nakkerd eh?
Posted by TheJohnsons 20:52 Archived in Thailand Tagged art sky sea sunset view ocean landscape culture temple religion travel statue mountain thailand buddhism blue white island sunrise famous south beautiful aerial hill day buddha stone big shadow scenic site trip asian east asia image phuket gold tourism pilgrimage landmark faith cloud exotic distance large hilltop viewpoint drone
