Rawai Beach is popular
with Thai locals from Phuket town who have been coming here
to enjoy seafood and the lovely view of the islands from the
shore since before the times when Phuket became a popular
tourist destination.
Swimming is safe due to the fact that it faces Phang Nga
Bay, but the beach itself is not that nice with many small
boats anchored off the shore.
There is a small market where you can buy handicrafts and
assorted Thai snacks. There is also a sea-gypsy village at
the eastern end of Rawai. The nearby viewpoint at Laem Phrom
Thep, the southernmost tip of the island, is particularly
popular at sunset.
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