Lang Suan

Lang Suan is an administrative district in Chumphon that stretches along the Gulf of Thailand, combining coastal areas with inland agricultural regions. The district comprises 13 sub-districts and 147 villages connected by local roads and public transportation services.

The district was temporarily renamed Khan Ngein in 1917 before reverting to Lang Suan in 1938. This administrative change reflects the organizational restructuring that occurred in the region during that period.

Local markets function as gathering spaces where residents meet daily to buy and sell fresh produce and seafood while sharing community news. These spaces reflect how much daily life still centers on traditional trading and direct human connection.

The best time to explore is during the dry season when weather conditions are more stable and roads are easier to access. Visitors should expect a mix of coastal areas and flat, green countryside, making travel by car or motorbike straightforward.

The Lang Suan River flows through the district, connecting traditional fishing communities with modern farmland. The river has long shaped both the economic activities and ecology of the entire area.

Location: Chumphon

Elevation above the sea: 13 m

Shares border with: La-un

GPS coordinates: 9.94556,99.07861

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42