When you mention Phuket, what's the first thing that comes to mind?

Phuket is one of the most popular provinces for both Thai and foreign tourists. Many people will definitely think of beautiful seas. But another charm of this place is the “Old Town” which has both delicious food and beautiful architecture for you to see. And for those who are interested in the history of this old town, we recommend you to visit the “Peranakan Nitasarn Museum” because this place will provide you with fun knowledge unlike any other museum. The “Peranakan Nitasarn Museum” was originally the Chartered Bank, built in 1909 during the reign of King Rama V. At that time, Phraya Ratsadanupradit Mahison Phakdi (Kosimbi Na Ranong), the Governor of Phuket, saw that Phuket had a prosperous trade and therefore it was appropriate to build the first bank. Later, the bank requested the construction of a police station on the opposite side to maintain security, which is now the “Phuket Nakhon Museum”. Later, the Phuket Treasury Office gave this area to Phuket City Municipality to renovate into a museum as a learning center and tourist attraction in the city. Until November 2015, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn granted the name of the museum. “Peranakan Nithat Museum” and officially opened the museum on May 17, 2017 No admission fee, both floors and both buildings can be visited #Museumphuket #Phuket #Peranakan Nithat Museum #Phuket Travel #Phuket Old Town #phuketoldtown