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Chumphon
Chumphon is an old city of Thailand. Chumphon is the entrance to the southern part of Thailand. Chumporn City having wonderful seaside beach along about 222 kilometers long, with nice sea comprise of 30 islands. Chumphon is a sea coast city parallel to the Gulf of Thailand. It isthe 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Historical documents state that Chumphon was continuously the locations of many communities since the pre-historic period, especially in the area near River banks.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.
Chumphon, 460 kilometres south of Bangkok to the Thai Malaysian border, is bordered in the east by the Gulf of Thailand to the west by the Indian Ocean. Chumphon has several lovely beaches, birds' nest islands and excellent scuba diving waters, particularly around Koh Tao. It has many great natural islands such as Koh Kula. Koh Ngam Noi, Koh Chora kae, Kho Thong Lang and Koh Tha ley.
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