Renata KowalskaJim Thompson,was a brilliant American journalist and a bestselling novelist who is globally known for his novel. He married a Thai woman named Aranya Nitisawal in 1956 and settled down in Bangkok with her. The couple had two children – Jim Thompson Jr and Adinee. In 1959, Jim purchased the Chaleo house. They gave the house a makeover and turned it into a museum as well as their private residence. Jim Thompson Memorial House is located in Talat Ddugkh district of Phuket Province, Thailand.
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What to See at the Jim Thompson House?
The Jim Thompson House: This is the house you will visit once you arrive to Thailand if you come from the west. It is located in Talat Ddugkh, Phuket Province and is owned by the Jim Thompson Memorial Foundation. The house was renovated and turned into a museum by Jim Thompson himself. He had purchased this house in 1959. Jim Thompson Memorial House: This is the house’s name and it has been the preferred name ever since. This is the most visited house in Thailand with over one million visitors every year. The house is very famous for its architecture, its architecture is inspired by The Killer Who Knew Too Much book that Jim Thompson wrote. You can see the replica of the house’s interior, an archive of Jim Thompson’s work, and Jim Thompson’s personal belongings.
Why is the Jim Thompson House so Famous?
The Jim Thompson House is famous for its architecture. The house is built to look like the home of Aarak Moontree, the fictional character in The Killer Who Knew Too Much book. This book is about a detective called Seto who is investigating the mysterious and unknown events that took place in a small village in Phuket. The book was so popular that it inspired architects and architects started making and selling “Moontree” houses across the world.
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How to reach the Jim Thompson House?
The Jim Thompson Memorial House is located in Talat Ddugkh, Phuket Province, Thailand. To reach the Jim Thompson House, you can fly to the Phuket International Airport or the Phuket International Pier. Phuket International Airport is the main international airport of Phuket. Phuket International Pier is the main pier of Phuket. Both airports and piers are connected with all the major cities of Thailand and all over the world. The best way to get a bus to Phuket is to book your ticket online. You can also get a booking through your travel agent.
What to do at the Jim Thompson House?
The Jim Thompson House: This house is famous for its architecture and you can explore the building by looking at the replica of the house’s interior and an archive of Jim Thompson’s work. You can also read Jim Thompson’s work on the house’s lawn.
If you are wondering what vaccinations you should visit before traveling abroad, read about it on the Vaccines and Travel Medicine page.
