Songkhla admires the city of two waters.

Songkhla, here we go!

This trip to Songkhla Province started with an unexpected mishap. I woke up to find I had worn my shirt inside out. But that's okay! This mistake allowed me to start the trip with a laugh and prepare for the fun to come!

Day 1: Exploring Hat Yai Old Town...Encountering food until I forgot my way back

As soon as I touched down in Songkhla, we headed straight to Kim Yong Market! It's not just about souvenirs and dried goods, but also about a dizzying array of delicious food! We ate everything from piping hot fried pork sausage to overflowing steamed dumplings. And the highlight was trying the Lod Chong Wat Chedi, so sweet and creamy I had to ask for more! While walking around, I met a kind-hearted auntie who tried to stuff me with more stuffing, almost filling me up for the next day!

Day 2: Adventure in the Land of Fish...and the Thrill of a Mermaid!

After recharging, on the second day, we headed to Laem Samila to enjoy the beautiful sea views and take photos with the Golden Mermaid, the symbol of Songkhla. Let me tell you, I was brave at first. But once we encountered the crowds, we had to wait a long time for photos. One of my friends even got scrambled for photos by kids, turning pale! But once we got the photos, all the tiredness was gone!

We continued on to a thrilling journey to Khao Tang Kuan, where we took the electric tram to enjoy a 360-degree view of Songkhla. We were constantly worried the tram might derail, but in the end, we only encountered a horde of monkeys ready to jump into our bags at any moment! This adventure taught us that courage isn't about not being afraid, but about continuing on with trembling legs!

Day 3: Returning with a rumbling stomach...not because we were hungry, but because we missed it!

Before leaving, we stopped at Songkhla Walking Street, also known as Nang Ngam Road. There's a wide selection of food and souvenirs to buy, from sticky rice and fried chicken to various fried meatballs. We packed our bags! We also visited Wat Matchimawat to pay respects to the sacred objects and make wishes. Experiencing the tranquility and faith here made us feel that Songkhla is more than just a tourist destination. But it's a city with life and spirit.

This trip to Songkhla taught me that the most enjoyable journey isn't about perfectly planning, but about letting the little things create colorful moments and memorable stories.

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