Wat Nua, Phuket

Wat Nua is a beautiful Thai temple situated on Ranong Street, in the old part of the city. The temple is considered a must-see for anyone who visits Phuket. Its bright colours, traditional architectural forms, attributes and furniture will intrigue and delight you. Many culturally-significant ceremonies take place at the Wat Nua temple. If you are lucky enough to have the opportunity to see some of them, be sure to do so and share your experiences with your friends and relatives!

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Sight Name: Wat Nua
Sight Location: Phuket, Thailand (See walking tours in Phuket)
Sight Type: Religious
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Historical Temples

Walking Tours in Phuket, Thailand

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
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Travel Distance: 5.6 Km or 3.5 Miles

Historical Temples

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Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles