Prince of Songkla University, Public university in Hat Yai, Thailand
Prince of Songkla University is a public institution in Hat Yai with additional sites across southern Thailand, serving more than thirty-three thousand students through over thirty faculties, research centers, and two hospitals. The main campus occupies a large green area dotted with modern buildings, laboratories, and a botanical garden, while satellite locations operate near coastal towns and inland communities.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej founded the institution in 1967 and named it after Prince Mahidol Adulyadej to create the first higher education center in southern Thailand. Over the following decades, the school expanded across multiple sites and added faculties, research facilities, and medical departments to serve the growing population of the region.
The university maintains multiple programs focused on preserving Thai heritage through its research centers and educational initiatives in southern Thailand.
The main campus in Hat Yai is accessible by public transport and taxis, with parking available for visitors, while the smaller sites along the coast require local buses or minivans. Most buildings are open during weekday daytime hours, and the grounds include cafés, canteens, and marked walking paths.
The Natural History Museum on site received recognition at the Thailand Tourism Awards 2023 for its contribution to environmental education and its collections of regional flora and fauna. Visitors can find exhibits featuring fossils, butterflies, and preserved animals from the southern provinces that offer insight into the biodiversity of the region.
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