Chalong, Phuket


Chalong is a sub-district in the southern portion of Phuket Province, Thailand. It is one of eight sub-districts in the capital district Mueang [Phuket District|Mueang Phuket].

Sights

The most important of the 29 Buddhist temples on Phuket is Wat Chalong. It is dedicated to two monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who with their knowledge of herbal medicine helped the injured in a tin miners rebellion in 1876.

Geography

Neighboring tambons are Rawai, Karon, Patong, and Kathu of Kathu District and Wichit. To the southeast is Chalong Bay, with one of the most touristy beaches on the island.

Administration

The tambon is administered by a tambon administrative organization created in 1995. It is divided into 10 villages.
  1. Khao Noi
  2. Bon Suan
  3. Pa Lai
  4. Na Yai
  5. Na Kok
  6. Chalong
  7. Wat Mai
  8. Khok Sai
  9. Khok Tanot
  10. Yot Sane