India, May 9 -- Phuket is the largest island and arguably the most popular part of Thailand with tourists. It is famous for beautiful beaches, turquoise waters and warm climate that attract visitors from all over the world. Away from the beach, Phuket also offers excellent food, unique culture and fun adventure activities.

Phuket, long a symbol of parties and freedom, is now facing an alarming reality: Soi Bangla at Bangla Road is turning into an arena of constant tourist fights. And the problem is not so much the criminals, but the visitors themselves.

Bangla Road and Soi Bangla are essentially the same location, both referring to the central area of Patong Beach, Phuket, famous for its nightlife. "Bangla Road" is the name of the main...