The Chinese community are significant members of the community in Koh Kaew. As with many villages in Phuket, the Chinese that settled here in from the 1840's have strived hard and prospered. The highly profitable tin mine concessions were run by Chinese businessmen. Many of the most established families have histories that go back to these days.

Work. Trade, repair, food, all types of commerce the Chinese community is well known for it's strong work ethic. Most of the communities successful inhabitants have Chinese origin.

Temple. The main Chinese Temple of Aam Tha Rua is undergoing reconstruction.

Food. Food is central to the Chinese way of life and the celebrated Mee Sapam is a simple restaurant selling many of Phukets favourites.


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Temple	Chinese neighbourhood	Vegetarian festival body piercing weapons	Entrance to Aam Tha Rua	Thepkrassattri Rd near Aam Tha Rua