01 · Culture & Heritage

The living heritage of Southern Thailand

History - Culture - Art - Southern Cuisine - Sea - Rainforest Trails.

A destination where history, culture, gastronomy, nature and local communities meet. From historic trading quarters and fishing villages to rainforest trails, traditional arts and authentic culinary experiences, Songkhla offers a deeper, more meaningful way to discover Southern Thailand.

Historic architecture of Songkhla's old town, Sino-Portuguese colonial facades
Not to be missed

Three places that tell the story of Songkhla

01

Songkhla Old Town

Restored Sino-Portuguese facades, contemporary street art and century-old teahouses along Nang Ngam Road.

02

Songkhla Lake

The largest natural lagoon in Southeast Asia. Fishermen in longtail boats, Irrawaddy dolphins and floating villages.

03

Samila Beach

Golden sand and the celebrated Mermaid Statue. Sunrise over the Gulf of Thailand, far from the crowds of Phuket.

Gallery

Songkhla in pictures

Personalised experiences

Discover Songkhla through:

  • its history and cultural heritage
  • its gastronomy
  • its ancient and contemporary art
  • its fishing villages
  • the art of Nora

The province of Songkhla also offers exceptional nature to discover, along with breathtaking viewpoints.

Best time to visit

February to May — clear skies, calm seas, local festivals

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