Mueang Chonburi is the capital district (amphoe mueang) of Chonburi province, eastern Thailand.

Geography

Neighbouring districts are (from the north clockwise) Bang Pakong of Chachoengsao province, Phan Thong, Ban Bueng and Si Racha. To the west is the Bay of Bangkok.

History

On 14 November 1938 the district's name was changed from Bang Pla Soi (บางปลาสร้อย) to Mueang Chonburi.

Administration

Central administration

The district Mueang Chon Buri is subdivided into 18 subdistricts (Tambon), which are further subdivided into 122 administrative villages (Muban).

Local administration

There are 4 towns (Thesaban Mueang) in the district: There are 8 subdistrict municipalities (Thesaban Tambon) in the district: There are 4 subdistrict administrative organizations (SAO) in the district:

Economy

Ang Sila is a leading producer of granite mortars and pestles, essential in the preparation of Thai cuisine.