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HATYAI MUNICALITY PARK

Hatyai Municality Park is a combination of forest and zoo The park is situated at Kanchanawanich road, Amphur Hatyai, Songkla and is part of the Kor Hong mountain. It is 1,462.40 square kilometers with many shady trees and colorful flowers.

The area inside the park is divided orderly such as the bird garden which imitates a big bird cage with many large trees. There is also an area of reservoir surrounded by beautiful fountains and a pavilion at the edge. This pavilion is a nice relaxing place for parents while watching their children playing in the playground nearby. There are also water cycles for visitors which is good for exercising and relaxing.

Visitors can also stop to worship nearby Quan Yin. This Quan Yin is enshrined at the top of the mountain in this park and worshipped by the local people and many tourists. The sculpture of the eight masters is also another place where people usually come to worship. It is situated in the 8-square-hall not far from the Quan Yin. Here the sculptures are enshrined in each corner with a description underneath. Tao Mahaprom Pavillion is another interesting place to go worship. At this pavilion, visitors can see the scenery of the whole of Hat Yai which is particularly beautiful at twilight time.

How to go: by personal car or Hat Yai service car or by public transport - take a white or dark green songthaew to the park entrance and then either walk up the steps (for the brave), take a TukTuk or hitch a ride to the temple on the top of the hill. There is also a cable car service running between two of the temples and a free shuttle bus to take you to board the cable car
Notice: Cleanliness and Please dress modestly
Opening Times: every day 06.00 - 18.00