ANDASI, the world’s largest underwater restaurant and the first underwater bar in Asia, is now open in Central Phuket. ANDASI is located within Aquaria Phuket, also recently opened and the largest and newest aquarium in Thailand. Diners are seated amidst more than 50,000 aquatic animals and more than 300 species.

The restaurant and aquarium are projects lead by Central Pattana. The aquarium’s design was inspired by Thai mythology and is split into several zones, including areas devoted to freshwater species, penguins and otters. The aquarium also includes the world’s first augmented reality art museum.

“We are very pleased to celebrate the official launch of Aquaria Phuket, Thailand’s largest and latest aquarium along with ANDASI, the world’s largest underwater restaurant and the first underwater bar in Asia. These two are comparable to the final jigsaw pieces that complete Central Phuket’s world-class attractions and are now fully ready to welcome tourists from around the world. We are confident that Aquaria Phuket will soon become a must-visit aquarium for tourists. This latest world-class attraction will elevate Phuket to be a true global beach [and] lifestyle destination in addition to help[ing] push forward economic growth and the tourism industry of Phuket and Thailand,” said Dr. Nattakit Tangpoonsinthana, executive vice president of marketing, Central Pattana.