Ko
Yo Hand-woven Fabric
Ko Yo Hand-woven Fabric is another folk product
of Songkhla Province, produced mainly from Ko Yo,
Amphoe Mueang Songkhla. The sturdy hand-woven fabric
has intricate designs such as Lai Rat Chawat, and
Lai Luk Kaeo. The long lasting fine cloth with varied
designs made by the local residents can be tailored
into men's or ladies apparels. The fabric is sold
in stores in Hat Yai and Songkhla (on Nakhon Nai
and Nang Ngam Roads), and at the market in Koh Yo.
Pickled
Wedge-Shell Fish
After cleaning, the shell fish are pickled for 2-3
days by covering them in salt (the large - grained
variety). Alternatively, they can be marinated in
salt water for 5 days; when the water turns reddish
brown, they are ready for eating. Pickled wedge-shell
fish are rich in protein and calcium.
Puppet
Figure
Nang Talung (shadow puppet) is the souths traditional
folk art normally shown to the general public
in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Trang, and
Songkhla Provinces. A temporary platform is usually
built for the performance. The puppets, cut from
animal hide, are placed against the rear of a
white screen in front of a bright light so the
audience can see their shadows. The story is told
by narrators. The puppets can be purchased from
souvenir stores.
 Sapodilla
The sapodilla fruit is oval in shape with thin brown
skin. The ripe fruit has sweet, soft flesh. The
sapodilla is only eaten ripe. Widely grown especially
in Koh Yor, the sapodilla is an important cash crop
for  Songkhla
Province.
Seafood Products
Shrimp and fish crackers are one of the local products
of Songkhla Province. Delicious and inexpensive,
they make perfect souvenirs for food lovers. There
are also nam budu, cashew nuts, and dried crystal
shrimp that can be purchased from stalls on Nakhon
Nai Road in the city.
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