Prompthep Cape
‘Prom’
is the Thai word for the Hindu God ‘Brahma’ signifying
purity and ‘Thep’ is Thai for God. Promthep is a headland
stretching into the sea and forming the extreme south-end of Phuket
Island. It has traditionally been the prominent feature for mariners
approaching the island. No trip to Phuket would be complete without
taking a few photos of the breathtaking panoramic vista overlooking
the southern tip of the island. The best time to visit is as the
sun sets over the Andaman Sea. But don’t miss the sunrise
if you can make it there at that hour, as many people feel it
is even more spectacular and the crowds are a lot smaller. The
view is practically irresistible for photography since the bay
reflects images of coral reefs as the waves in changing hues break
upon rock boulders.
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