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Big Buddha Phuket
Buddha statue in southern Thailand
About Big Buddha Phuket
Phuket Big Buddha, or The Great Buddha of Phuket, is a seated Maravija Buddha statue in Phuket, Thailand. The official name is Phra Phutta Ming Mongkol Eknakiri, shortened to Ming Mongkol Buddha. Sitting atop Nakkerd Hill (also spelt Nagakerd) near Chalong, construction began in 2004. Expansion of the base was ongoing as of 2015.
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Questions about Big Buddha Phuket
Where is Big Buddha Phuket?
Big Buddha Phuket is in Thailand. The nearest city is Phuket, about 12 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Big Buddha Phuket?
Yes. The 4-day Phuket plan is about 11 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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