Chumphon Information guide
Chumphon is a sea coast city parallel to the Gulf of Thailand. It is the gateway
to other southern provinces. Along more than 200 kilometres of Chumphons seashore,
there are many beautiful and picturesque beaches. Still maintaining the natural
beauty, the province is best for those who seek relaxation in the natural and
uniquely quiet atmosphere.
Historical documents state that Chumphon was continuously the locations of
many communities since the pre-historic period, especially in the area near
Tha Taphao River banks. Chumphon was also one of the leading trading centers
of Siam (former name of Thailand).
Due to being the frontier city, the name Chumphon is believed to derive from
Chumnumphon, which means the accumulation of forces. Whenever there were movements
from the army, the soldiers would gather their forces here at this province.
The other source believed that it should be derived from a local plant named
Maduea Chumphon due to its richness in this area. Therefore, naturally, this
plant has become a symbol of the logo of Chumphon Province.
Boundary
North
South
East
West
Amphur Bang Saphan Noi of Prachuap Khiri Khan;
Amphur Tha Chana of Surat Thani;
Gulf of Thailand;
Ranong and Andaman Sea.
Chumphon is administratively divided into 8 Amphoe: Mueang Chumphon, Lang Suan,
Sawi, Tha Sae, Lamae, Phato, Pathio, and Thung Tako.
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