History & Background: During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Phuket was a major port and the world’s leading tin-mining center, drawing an influx of Chinese laborers and Western traders.
Significance: The row houses along Thalang, Phang Nga, and Krabi Roads were built in the Sino-European style to serve as both shops and residences. Today, the area is preserved as a valuable cultural heritage site, vibrant with colorful shophouses, chic cafes, local markets, and creative street art.
