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Walk through the historic Chinpracha House

Overview

The Chinpracha House (Baan Chinpracha) is located in Phuket town, built in 1903 Phra Phitak Chinpracha (who was a wealthy tin mining businessman) and hence the name of the house. It is one of the best well-preserved Sino-Portuguese mansion and offers a glimpse of the past, comprising of splendid arhictectural design. Although this mansion has been passed down from one generation to another, but its aura has been maintained.

What are the highlights of Chinpracha House (Baan Chinpracha)?

  • The architectural style of the Chinpracha House comprises of one of the best architectural designs following Sino-Portuguese Architectural style and has high ceilings, Italian floor tiles shuttered windows which are large in size, traditional furniture’s, etc.
  • The furnishings  inside the mansion like complex wooden work furniture’s, chandeliers, bed, vintage phonograph, dining hall furnishings, etc, were mostly imported from Europe and China.
  • Get a glimpse of the historical artifacts, the family’s heirlooms, porcelain dishes, equipments, furniture’s, old photographs, etc.
  • The mansion also has a beautiful courtyard, which is styled in traditional Chinese style courtyard, which was common in every old Sino-Portuguese homes.

What to do at Chinpracha House (Baan Chinpracha)?

  • Visitors will be able to explore the mansion and know what it looked like, the house of a wealthy businessman in the colonial period. 
  • Check out the historical items and artifacts.
  • Know about the history of the mansion owners, the history of Phuket and the lives of the people back in the colonial period. 

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How to Reach Chinpracha House (Baan Chinpracha)?

  • By Taxi or cab: Tourists can reach Chinpracha House from Phuket town or Patong by taking a taxi or cab. It will take around 20 minutes to reach from Phuket town.
  • By walk: It is situated at a 10-minute walking distance from Old Phuket Town.

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