is actually an early 20th century ‘palace’ that was
built by the local prince to accommodate King Rama V during
a royal visit. Built in a pseudo-European style common in
nearby Malaysia, the building has been restored and its
rooms arranged to give a surprisingly thorough introduction
to the traditions and folkways of the Thai-Muslim South.
The
display in the museum are miniature dioramas that cover
everything such as traditional martial art(mat weaving), and
have exhibition of The Sakai, the tribal people.
A limestone outcrop next to Khlong Bambang. At the top of
Khao Phaya Wang, there are views of the winding green
klong, rice fields and coconut plantations.
Ku Den Museum is situated on
Satun Thani Road, opposite the Satun Land Department Office.
The two-story building received the influence of western
styled architecture; particularly the windows and doors
which are of Roman motifs. The roofs were designed in the
Thai’s Panya style. The windows were assembled with narrow
strips of boards arranged horizontally.
Laem Than Yong Po and Hat Sai
Yao are located at the estuary of Satun Bay and can be
reached by boarding a boat for the 1-hour trip from Ko Nok
Customs Office or at a pier behind Satun Central Market.
Travelling by bus is also possible by riding a bus for 7 kms.
to Che Bi Lang Pier, then turn left and continue another 15
kms. to Tan Yong Po.
Satun Central Mosque (Majid
Mambang) is located on Buri Wanit Road and Satun Thani Road
in the center of Satun. The mosque was built in modern
Islamic architecture style and decorated with marble and
colorful glasses.
The building is divided into
two parts: outside is a corridor that leads to a dome tower
where there are picturesque views of Satun and inside is a
prayer hall. The library is located in the basement.
Namtok Panan is located in
Tambon Thung Nui, 39 km from the town of Satun. The
waterfall originates from Mount Kaming. The surrounding
nature is still intact. It has water flowing all year round.
A power generating dam of a medium scale has been built in
the waterfall area.
Map of Satun
