About Kho Hong Mountain Viewpoint
Kho Hong Mountain Viewpoint is a hilltop scenic overlook on Khao Kho Hong in Kho Hong Subdistrict, Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province, southern Thailand. Located near Prince of Songkla University east of Hat Yai city centre, it offers panoramic views over the city, surrounding plains and distant hills. The viewpoint is accessed by a paved mountain road and is popular for photography, sunset viewing and leisure drives, serving as a well-known local recreation and sightseeing spot.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a paved hilltop viewpoint with an open platform and seating areas overlooking Hat Yai city and the surrounding lowlands. The setting is forested hillside with a winding mountain road leading to the top. There are panoramic city views, especially clear in late afternoon and at sunset, with opportunities for photography and short nature walks along the roadside. The site is small and open-air with no large buildings, primarily a stop for sightseeing and relaxation.
Key highlights
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Panoramic hilltop views over Hat Yai city and surrounding plains
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Popular sunset and city lights viewing spot
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Scenic drive up Khao Kho Hong via paved mountain road
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Photography spot near Prince of Songkla University
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Forested hillside setting with relatively quiet atmosphere
History of Kho Hong Mountain Viewpoint
Khao Kho Hong has long served as a natural landmark overlooking Hat Yai and the Prince of Songkla University campus, later developed as a local viewpoint and recreation area for residents and visitors
Route
| By air | Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) is the nearest airport, then continue by road to Kho Hong |
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| By train |