General Information ::
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 Chumphon’s 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.
From the documents, 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
was any movements of the army, the soldiers would gather
their forces here at this province. 
