Chumphon province 
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Historical documents state that Chumphon was continuously the locations of many communities since the pre-historic period, especially in the area near Tha Taphao River banks.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 : |
Amphur Bang Saphan Noi of Prachuap Khiri Khan; |
| South : |
Amphur Tha Chana of Surat Thani; |
| East : |
Gulf of Thailand; |
| West : |
Ranong and Andaman Sea. |
Chumphon is administratively divided into 8 Amphoe: Mueang Chumphon, Lang Suan, Sawi, Tha Sae, Lamae, Phato, Pathio, and Thung Tako.
Distances from Amphoe Mueang to Other Districts
Pathiu 30 kilometres
Tha Sae 32 kilometres
Sawi 45 kilometres
Thung Tako 62 kilometres
Lang Suan 76 kilometres
Lamae 95 kilometres
Phato 115 kilometres
Distances from Chumphon to Nieghbouring Provinces
Prachuap Khiri Khan 183 kilometres
Ranong 117 kilometres
Surat Thani 193 kilometres
Useful Telephone numbers
Provincial Office Tel. 0-7751-1551
Provincial Public Relation Office Tel. 0-7751-1981
Bus Terminal Tel. 0-7750-2268
Police Station Tel. 0-7750-1039
Chumphon Hospital Tel. 0-7750-3672
Railway Station Tel. 0-7751-1103
TOURISM AUTHORITY OF THAILAND
Southern Office : Area 5
5 Talad Banmai Road Ban Don
Amphoe Mueang, Surat Thani 84000
Tel. 0-7728-1828, 0-7728-8818-9 Fax .0-7728-2828
Area of Responsibity : Chumphon , Ranong , Surat Thani
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