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The venue is located by the foot of the hill in Hat
Sai Ri area. Prince Chumphon was one of the King Rama Vs sons. Being
the founder of the modern Navy of Thailand, the Prince was proclaimed
as the Father of Thai Navy. He was respected by the navy, fishermen,
and other people. His picture has been established in most of the
houses in Chumphon.
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This is the most beautiful waterfall in Khlong Phrao National Park, situated at Mu 5, Tambon Tako. Amphoe Thung Tako. It is surrounded with various varieties of trees, and many different types of animals live here. To get there, travel along highway 41 until you come to a police booth at Sammai, Lang Suan cross-road. Then turn right into a brick road and go on for another 15 kms. The waterfall is about 65 kms. from the city center.
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Having been announced in 1989, this National Park
covers the total area of beaches and islands of 198,125 rai (1 acre =
2.5 rai). The Parks Office is 21 kilometres from town. Using highway no.4001,
turn right to Hat Sai Ri, then turn right again for 8 kilometres. The
Tourist Information Center is connected with the wooden-bridge walkways
for nature study of plant and animals. Visitors can travel by boat or
can stay overnight in their tents near the office.
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Located in Chumphon Governmental Center on
Phetkasem Road at km.484 before approaching Pathomphon Junction, the
museum displays historical and important ancient materials of Chumphon.
The displays are divided into the following parts: History of Chumphon;
Chumphon during World War II; Chumphon and the Typhoon; Nature and
Outstanding Heritage of Chumphon by means of pictures and movies. The
museum is open for the public from Wednesday to Sunday, except official
holidays, during 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The fee is 30 Baht per person. For more
details, contact at Tel: 0 77504105, 504246.
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Located at Moo 7, this venue is 65 kilometres from
Chumphon by turning right at Lang Suan crossroad for another three
kilometres. This garden is beautifully decorated with flowers and the
statue of the Princess' Mother, the highlight of this garden. Not far
is Tham Khao Ngoen, of which there is the inscription of King Rama V's
initials. Another inscription on the wall is No.108 which was the
Ratanakosin Era when he visited the Malaya Peninsula in 1889. Also,
there is a Chedi in front of the cave.
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Situated at the border of Amphoe Mueang and Tha Sae, this park is 12 kilometres from Chumphon along highway no.4 (Chumphon - Tha Sae route). In the park, there are many kinds of plants. At the front, are the parks gate and Prince Chumphons Shrine. The top of the mountain is both the cut-edge cliff suitable for hangliders and the view-point for Chumphon town.
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This beautiful beach is located in Tambon Tha Hin.
To visit the beach, use Highway no.41 (Chumphon- Sawi route), turn left
to Sawi - Bo Kha route for 12 kilometres. This large beach is parallel
to the coconut line, suitable for relaxation and it is the venue where
the lifestyle of the fishermen is very impressive.
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Being the origin of rivers and canals in Chumphon,
this Park covers the area in Amphoe Thung Tako, and Amphoe Mueang. Use
highway no.41 to Lang Suan Crossroad, turn right for 15 kilometres. In
rainy season, the best vehicle to use is 4-wheel drive. There are many
natural attractions such as Namtok Thap Chang, a 2-level, middle sized
waterfall which is the most beautiful in the Park. The Parks area is
suitable for overnight, bird watching, and trekking for nature study.
For further details, please contact the Natural Resource Conservation
Bureau, Forestry Department, at Tel: 0 2579 7223.
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This place is one of the most popular tourists
spots in Lamae District. It is in Mu 2, Tambon Suan Taeng, 7 kilometers
away from the district center along Highway 41. There are 3 hot spas
here at the foot of the mountain slope. In the vicinity, there are also
4 caves with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Wildlife such as
squirrels, pig-tailed monkeys and birds of different species are
scattered arround the area. Available of the private cabin to relaxing
in the hot spring bathtub and pool area in the shade of trees. For more
information, please contact to Tambon Suan Taeng Administration office
Tel : 0 7752 0136.
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It is the training center for MAWA coconut
planting. This plant is the breed from the African and Malaysian ones.
The Center has the area of 1,700 rai (1 acre = 2.5 rai). The office and
residence are at the front, while at the back is the planting area for
pepper, coffee, cocoa and coconuts.
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The temple is located on the bank of Sawi River.
The Chedi of this temple contains the relics of the Lord Buddha. The
legend of this Chedi has been dated back since the Ayutthaya period.
Also, there is the Phra Suea Mueang Shrine in front of the Chedi, near
the bank of the river.
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This shrine is located at Moo 2, Tambon Salui, at
the foot of the hill, along the 453th 454th kilometre of Phetkasem
Road. Featuring the shrine is the elephant shaped rock which is mostly
worshipped by the Chumphon people. To emphasize this belief, passengers
will always blow their horns to pay respect to this site. Also, there
are stalls selling fruits and souvenirs.
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The park is located in the area of Amphoe
Tha Sae, 30 kms. north of Chumphon town along Highway No. 4. It
has a pleasant atmosphere of cool forest suitable for relaxation
with a small waterfall.
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Being 14 kilometres from town by the same route to
Hat Sai Ri or 2 kilometres from Hat Pharadon- Phap, this beach has a
10-metre red cliff which has been eroded by wind and rain and has
turned to the shape of a curved bridge. It is also one of the best
sites to view the sea and is suitable for relaxation.
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This is a big island which is only 45 minutes away.
In front of the beach, there are many rocks. Visitors can spend their
time snorkelling to see the corals around the island. On the island,
there are facilities such as accommodations, restaurants, and
fresh-water bathing services. This island is in the area of Chumphon
Islands National Park.
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With some areas as part of the National Park, this island has white beach and clear water. It takes only half an hour to get to this island.
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Being a small limestone island with two big caves, around the island, there are viewing points for corals and sea flowers.
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Being 5 kilometres from Chumphon on the left-hand
side of highway No.4119 (Chumphon - Paknam route), this monument is
built to commemorate the bravery of Chumphons heroes for their fight
against the Japanese troop invasion in 1941 during World War II.
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Located on Chumphon Ao Thung Wua Laen route,
tourists can reach this temple by turning left for 6 kilometres, before
reaching Chumphon Irrigation Office. This old Wat is worshipped among
the Chumphon people through the strong faith in Luang Pu Song. (A most
revered monk whose body has been believed to be in an undelaying
condition after his death. A big Sala tree is inside the Wat with
orange flowers and strange looking shape stem. (Lord Buddha was born
under Sala tree).
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This temple is the archeological site in old
Chumphon, at Tambon Tak Daet. It is on the left-hand side of highway
no.41 (Chumphon - Surat Thani), after passing Tambon Wang Phai and
across Saeng Daet Canal. Some archeological objects were found such as
sand-stone Buddha image in Srivijaya Period, Chedi containing Lord
Buddhas bones. The decoration of the gate, walls and other buildings
have portrayed the local architectural designs at this temple.
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