The Institute for Southern Thai Studies, located in Moo 1 Baan Ao-Sai Koh Yor, Thailand, serves as a hub for the exploration and preservation of Southern Thailand’s rich cultural heritage. With a focus on research, education, and community engagement, the institute promotes understanding of Southern Thai traditions, history, and art. Visitors can immerse themselves in a wealth of resources and programs that celebrate the unique identity of Southern Thailand.
Welcome to The Institute for Southern Thai Studies, a premier destination for those seeking to delve deep into the captivating culture and history of Southern Thailand. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Moo 1 Baan Ao-Sai in Koh Yor, this institute serves as a pivotal institution dedicated to the research, preservation, and promotion of the diverse heritage of Southern Thailand.
At The Institute for Southern Thai Studies, we believe in the importance of understanding and appreciating the unique traditions and customs that define the Southern Thai experience. Our programs are designed to engage scholars, students, and the general public, fostering a greater understanding of the region’s art, music, literature, and historical narratives.
Visitors to the institute will have the opportunity to explore an extensive collection of artifacts, manuscripts, and literature that celebrate Southern Thai culture. Our exhibitions showcase the intricate craftsmanship of local artisans, the vibrant festivals that mark the Southern Thai calendar, and the culinary delights that reflect the region’s rich agricultural bounty.
In addition to our exhibitions, The Institute for Southern Thai Studies hosts a variety of workshops, lectures, and community events aimed at enriching knowledge and encouraging dialogue. These programs provide a platform for local voices and experts to share their insights, making the institute a dynamic hub for cultural exchange.
Our dedicated team of researchers and cultural advocates continuously seeks to deepen the understanding of Southern Thai identity through rigorous academic study and community involvement. Collaborations with local universities and cultural organizations help amplify the significance of our work and ensure that the voices of Southern Thai communities are heard and respected.
The institute is not only a place for study but also a welcoming space for visitors from around the world. Whether you are a researcher, a student, or simply someone interested in the beauty of Southern Thai culture, you will find a warm welcome here. We invite you to explore our programs and exhibitions, participate in our events, and engage with a community that is passionate about celebrating Southern Thailand’s rich heritage.
Plan your visit to The Institute for Southern Thai Studies today and take a meaningful journey into the heart of Southern Thailand’s cultural landscape. Experience firsthand the traditions that have shaped this vibrant region and discover the stories that continue to inspire generations.
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The Institute for Southern Thai Studies is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking Moo 1 Baan Ao-Sai Koh Yor, Thailand
Like plenty of other places around Thailand, a dual-pricing system is in place which ensures foreigners pay more (in this case, about three times more than a local). That said, you’ll find there’s more than enough going on to justify the 100 baht (~$3 USD) ticket.Over 50,000 exhibits are supposedly here, grouped into collections of small buildings along a pretty nice sea view. It’s not unlike walking from one house to another to see the collections inside each one. Arrows in the sidewalk are good, but not perfect – try to keep your bearing about you, and head uphill if you get lost.The exhibits themselves vary from building to building. Some have been recently renovated with good lighting while others are in need of renovation / freshening. Few had working fans or air cons, and without any air movement it was hotter inside than it was outside. (During our trip, late Jan. 2015, we saw a number of boxes outside buildings that looked like air-conditioning units, so YMMV.)The English translations were one element that brought down the rating. If you’re going to charge foreigners three times as much, at least spend some of that money to hire a competent translator / editor / proofreader. The brochure available before heading down the stairs is fair, but too many signs inside look like they were translated by someone who failed fourth-grade English. Again, with whole buildings under renovation, your mileage may vary.There are better places to spend a couple hours in Songkhla, but for history or culture buffs, it’s reasonably worthy. I couldn’t recommend it for families, though.
This place is pretty big, they split the stuffs in different room and they put arrow for you to follow, but it’s easy to get lost.They have a lot of stuffs here, about religion, art, currency, historical tools, etc. They also have plus nice view. I go here alone and I find it kinda spooky because i cannot see the staffs around and I go through a lot of statues and stuffs, so I recommend to go in group.
Belonging to Thaksin University, the Museum for Southern Thai Studies offers wonderful collections in a very unique setting. From high on the hilltop over Yo Island the views are stunning in every direction.
Amazing museum in the top of the beautiful island ‘Ko Yo’If you like to get out of the beaten path, this museum is perfect. Alone in the museum, you will escape to the usual crowded thai touristic attractions. You will take the time to learn more about the original southern thai culture.With more than 30, 000 artefacts dispersed in many different local buildings, you will also be amazed like i was by the stunning view of the Songkhla lake and its fishing boats.You can even take a rest in your journey and sleep in the beautiful accommodations planned for tourists. Or if you stay for not long you an also just drink a good iced coffee in the museum coffee shop enjoying the calm and the view.The entrance fee is 100 bht for foreigners. It closes only on TuesdayGo for it, it definitely worth it !
With a display of 30 galleries..you can get all the information about south Thailand culture here from the 1st alphabet in Thai letters until the last one..
This is one of the biggest museums in Southeast Asia and if you walk fast and don’t read everything, you will still need at least two hours here. Exhibits aside, there is a fine views of the lake and island from the museum.
We visited this large Folklore museum on Ko Yo Island on a rental car tour around Songkhla Lake. After paying 200 Thb, we drove up the hill, parking at the lovely shaded Tinsulanonda Bridge viewpoint, then walking down to the nearby museum. It descends 4 levels through galleries, each giving nice overviews of the fishing bungalows and some of the 400 sq. mi. Songkhla Lake’s fishing poles/nets and tended fishing cages. While this museum covers much of the same material as the National Museum, it has more & larger dioramas(Primitive man, Rice culture, Tapping latex to rubber, Mining, and Pottery/brick making/firing), all in air conditioned rooms with an elevator back to the 1st floor cafe/parking. We are happy to have visited both of these nice museums.