Amphoe Mueang Chumphon

Mueang Chumphon (Thai: เมืองชุมพร, Thai: [mɯ̄a̯ŋ t͡ɕʰūm.pʰɔ̄ːn]) is the capital district (amphoe mueang) of Chumphon province, southern Thailand. Geography Neighboring districts are (from the south clockwise) Sawi of Chumphon Province, Kra Buri of Ranong province, Tha Sae and Pathio of Chumphon Province. History On 29 April 1917 the district's name was changed from Mueang to Tha Tapao (ท่าตะเภา). On 14 November 1938 it was renamed Mueang Chumphon. External links • amphoe.com