General information

Songkhla Province is one of the most popular province in South Region of Thailand. The province is located on the east side of Malay Peninsula, or 950 kilometers South away from Bangkok. The province is an ancient town which has been found by Arab-Persian merchants and navigator since about 500 years ago. Songkhla is a ancient town which has a long history of local people culture.

Interesting

The small, laid-back coastal town of Songkhla is a relaxed - and relaxing - beach resort, captivating in its total lack of pretensions and ideal as a hideaway for a quiet time by the sea.

The main beach of Hat Simila, famously signposted at one end by a bronze mermaid representing the earth goddess Mae Rhorani, is a 3-km. stretch of soft white and backed by casuarinas. Behind rises Khao Noi hill, which has a small topiary garden and commands panoramic views of the town.

Directly north of Samila is Son Onn Beach, an idyllic spot where pine trees provide cool shade, and several restaurants serve deliciously fresh seafood. Offshore are Cat and Mouse islands, coastal landmarks that are popular with anglers.

While perfect for lazy days in the sun, Songkhla also offers much that is of historical interest. Dating back to the 8th century, the town has a long history as a trading port, the legacy of which survives in some venerable temples, traces of old architecture, a population mix of Thai, Chinese and ethnic Malays, and the fascinating exhibits at the Songkhla National Museum. Outside of the town, the main attraction is the huge Songkhla Lake, Thailand's largest body of inland water at some 80 km. long and 20 km. at its widest point.

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