Thalang National Museum Phuket

Bustling food streets, packed beaches, and romantic restaurants, Phuket is the quintessential beach city. Like every city in Thailand, Phuket offers every traveler something to cherish. What sets it apart is the way in which it embraces heritage and art in its myriad ways. Thalang museum is one of the hidden gems of the treasured island. Being the national museum, it was built as an ode to the fruitful efforts of two bravehearts, Chan and Mook, in protecting the Thalang town from the Burmese invaders in the 18th century. Let’s dive into some of the highlights of the museum and the things you could do once you are down there. 

Why visit Thalang museum

If you have a soft corner for all things history, then Thalang museum is the perfect place to visit on your trip to Phuket. Built by the residents of Thalang town in collaboration with the Fine Arts department, the Thalang museum is a proud show of history and culture of the island that was never colonized by the British. The artifacts preserved by the museum give you a quick sneak peek into the way of life embraced by the ancestors of the island and its neighboring provinces. 

Best time to visit Thalang museum

The Thalang museum has recently been renovated and has reopened after being closed for a couple of years. You can visit the museum during any day of the year as it is open everyday except public holidays. There are cultural exhibitions and activities organized by the museum on Cultural Conservation Day and Thai museum day. Visiting the museum on these days might give you a holistic experience on your Thailand trip. The visiting hours are from nine in the morning to four in the afternoon. 

Highlights of the museum

• The museum features sculptures and artifacts that reflect the everyday life in Phuket
• There is a large statue of the Hindu God Vishnu which could be traced back to the 1900s
• The museum has ancient maps and illustrations that stand as a window to the past in that they show how the island regions of Phuket, Phang Nga and Khaolak were several centuries ago
• It exhibits displays of art, architecture and history from other parts of Thailand as well
• The museum also has real-looking artifacts and vintage pictures from the period of early Chinese immigration
• It has been awarded the Gold Medal Award on design from the architecture society under the Royal Patronage, it is a wooden house fashioned from the principles of southern Thai architecture.
• It exhibits a well preserved collection of ancient potteries, stones, statues and jewelley
• It also displayed sculptures and antiques that are reminiscent of the rich cultural past of the island city
• It also has displays about the Phuket’s tin mining history

How to reach Thalang museum

The museum is located 200m east of the Heroines monument. By the public bus, it takes about an hour from the Phuket airport to reach the museum. You could reach the museum in 20 minutes if you opt for a private taxi service. You could also opt for a shuttle service from the airport which offers you the fastest trip at an affordable cost. 

Things to know before visiting Thalang museum

• The exhibition rooms might be a little warm, so it is advisable to wear light clothes while you visit the museum
• The objects on display carry a rich cultural and historical significance, so you would be able to better appreciate what the museum has to offer if you read up about Phuket’s national history before hand.
• The entry fee at Thalang museum is 20 Baht for Thais and 100 Bahts for foreigners 

Things to do at Thalang museum

• The museum offers educational services such as guided tours and lectures for both visitors and students from the neighboring communities
• It has five permanent exhibition galleries, two of which include information about Sea Gypsies village and one changing gallery which is best visited during special days 
• The museum also gives the visitor an immersive experience of the everyday life in a Sea Gypsy village 
• The museum also has a shop that sells souvenirs you can collect to treasure your visit to the island

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