Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat, Administrative district in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Thailand.
Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat is the central administrative district that contains the city of Nakhon Si Thammarat in southern Thailand. The area includes urban neighborhoods alongside rural villages, with the main district office located in Nai Mueang serving as the administrative heart for surrounding communities.
The area served as an important trading center during the Srivijaya period, linking maritime routes between distant regions. This strategic position influenced its development into a regional commercial hub in southern Siam.
The district preserves numerous Buddhist temples and religious structures throughout its territory, reflecting the deep spiritual heritage of southern Thailand.
The district office and main services are located in Nai Mueang sub-district, which is easy to access from the city center. You can find local government services and information about the wider area there.
Three distinct townships - Bang Chak, Tha Phae, and Pak Nakhon - operate within the district, each maintaining separate administrative functions for local communities.
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