Vietnam location and other cool things to find out

Vietnam travel and tourism has drawn more and more people from all over the world. To prepare for a journey to this country, it is imperative that you know about Vietnam location, attractions, nature, people, and culture. Take some top suggestions to plan your Vietnam trip so as not to miss anything fun.

1. What is Vietnam location on the world map?

Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia, on the Eastern edge of the peninsula known as Indochina. Its neighbors include China in the north, Laos and Cambodia in the west. The country faces the East Sea in the east and the Pacific Ocean in the south. Vietnam location plays an important role in the region.

1.1. Vietnam topography

Vietnam location makes its topography very diverse with mountains, hills, plains, coasts and continental shelves, which is the result of a tectonic process in the past. The topography is lower from northwest to southeast, which makes almost all the rivers in Vietnam flow in this direction.

Three quarters of the country are mountains and hills, with 85 percent of them being low mountains of under 1,000 metres high. Only 1 percent of the mountains have a height of over 2,000 metres.

The Red River Delta makes up most of the Northern region of the country. In the northwest, there are mostly high mountains and highlands, with Fansipan being the highest mountain of Indochina (3,143 metres high).

The Central region of Vietnam consists of the Central Highlands in the west and various small coastal plains in the east. In the Southern region, the Mekong Delta, the largest plain of Vietnam, covers an area of 40,000 square kilometres.

On the sea of Vietnam, there are many big and small islands. There are over 3,000 islands in the vicinity of Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, Cat Ba Island and Bach Long Vi Island. Besides, Vietnam has 2 offshore archipelagos namely Truong Sa Archipelago (Spratly Islands) and Hoang Sa Archipelago (Paracel Islands).

1.2. Vietnam climate

Based on Vietnam location, the typical climate of the country features a tropical monsoon with high temperatures and humidity. Vietnam has a diverse climate due to the difference in latitudes and longitudes.

There are 4 distinct seasons in the north, namely spring, summer, autumn, and winter. When the northeastern monsoon is active (between November and March), the winter comes with cold and dry weather.

The weather in the south is much warmer due to being less influenced by the monsoon. There are 2 distinct seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. Temperatures remain high all year round.

The weather also varies depending on altitudes. In mountainous and hilly areas like Sa Pa (in Lao Cai Province) and Da Lat (in Lam Dong Province), the weather is mild.

2. What’s interesting about Vietnam that makes your trip worthwhile?

Due to the diversity in topography and climate, there are many Vietnam locations to visit, with different landscapes to contemplate, different weathers to experience, different ethnic groups to learn about, and plenty of local delicacies to try. It is also hard to say which part of Vietnam is best to visit, as each region has its own charms.

2.1. Nature and biodiversity

Vietnam location with mountains, forests, wetlands, and a long coastline of over 11,400 kilometres results in diverse habitats for a great variety of wildlife. According to statistics, there are 270 mammals, 180 reptiles, 80 amphibians, and 800 bird species in Vietnam.

Dense forests and savannas, brushland cover around half of the country’s total area. There are 30 parks and reserve areas set up to protect animals, including endangered species. Some national parks are also the ideal destinations for nature lovers, such as Hoang Lien Son, Tam Dao, Cuc Phuong, Cat Ba, Phong Nha Ke Bang, Bach Ma, and Cat Tien.

Vietnam location also offers many stunning caves. There is Son Doong Cave, the biggest of its kind in the world, along with many other cave systems in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park. Some other notable caves are Tam Coc Bich Dong in Ninh Binh province, Huong Tich in the outskirts of Hanoi, and the cave systems in Ha Long Bay.

In addition, there are many spectacular islands throughout Vietnam, such as Phu Quoc, Phu Quy, Cat Ba, Ly Son, Hon Tam, etc.

2.2. People and culture

Vietnam’s population is over 98 million. Vietnamese is the national language.

Vietnam has no official religion. People are free to choose their beliefs. Many people follow the “three teachings” of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Christinity and Buddhism are the two most popular religions in Vietnam. Buddhism influences the architecture of Vietnamese pagodas and temples.

There are 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam, each having a different culture and cuisine, which are generally categorized based on the 3 main regions: northern, central, and southern. With these diverse features, visitors often find many new and interesting things in different localities in Vietnam.

2.3. Architectural works

Vietnamese architecture is a combination of the local styles and foreign influences. The highlight of the architecture lies in temples, pagodas, royal citadels, palaces, and old houses. Below are some distinguished architectural works in Vietnam

• One Pillar Pagoda (in Hanoi)
• Temple of Literature (in Hanoi)
• Hue Imperial Citadel (in Hue)
• Rooster Church (in Da Lat)
• Notre-Dame Cathedral (in Ho Chi Minh City)
• House for Trees (in Ho Chi Minh City)
• Landmark 81 (in Ho Chi Minh City)

3. Top Vietnam destinations to include in your travel list

3.1. Hanoi

Hanoi has many landscapes and historical relic sites, such as Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, Hanoi Opera House, St. Joseph’s Cathedral and the Old Quarter. Not far from the downtown, VinKE & Vinpearl Aquarium is a modern complex offering lots of fun.

• At Vinpearl Aquarium, you will have the opportunity to explore the ocean world at one of the most modern aquarium systems in Vietnam. In a total area of ​​​​nearly 4,000 square meters, Vinpearl Aquarium is home to more than 30,000 sea creatures from around the world. Here, it also offers many attractive performances and a chance for visitors to interact with the sea creatures through a glass pane.
• Meanwhile, at VinKE, your family will have a chance to have fun together and educate your children in a complex of 4,000 square metres. VinKE creates a “play and learn” space for children to experience their dream career and become more confident with the world around them. It focuses on many job simulation games, such as Fire Department, Traffic Police, Fashion Star, Kid Chef, Auto Repair Workshop, etc.

 

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3.2. Ha Long

Ha Long Bay gathers thousands of small and big karst islands emerging from the turquoise sea. There are plenty of exciting activities here, such as kayaking, mountain climbing, swimming, diving to see coral reefs. Bai Chay Beach, Reu Island, Tuan Chau Island and Quang Ninh Museum are some popular tourist destinations in Ha Long.

3.3. Hoi An

Hoi An has a tranquil ancient beauty with unique old houses, pagodas, and temples, as well as splendid beaches. People can also visit Cham Islands, My Son Sanctuary and enjoy local delicacies like quang noodles, banh mi, and chicken rice.

While you are in Hoi An, you should definitely visit VinWonders Nam Hoi An, a top-rated amusement park that has been attracting a huge number of tourists thanks to its indoor and outdoor entertainment areas in 5 subdivisions, namely:

• Adventure Land: Test your courage and break your own limits through 20 heart-pounding games
• Island of Folk Culture: Discover the genuine architectural features of the three regions of Vietnam
• Water World: Cool yourself down with water slides and pools
• Harbor Corner: Explore the harmonization of Eastern and Western cultures in both the past and present
• River Safari: Watch and play with more than 50 species of animals in Vietnam’s first and largest river safari

 

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3.4. Da Nang

Da Nang is named as the most worth-living city in Vietnam. The city has many spectacular beaches, the magnificent Marble Mountains, Dragon Bridge, Hai Van Pass, Linh Ung Pagoda, etc. It can be said that there is no lack of eco-tourism and historical sites in Da Nang.

3.5. Nha Trang

Nha Trang is considered as a sea paradise in the Central region with a lot of exciting activities like swimming, travelling on cable cars, playing water sports, etc. Many islands here are drawing more and more tourists, such as Hon Tre, Binh Hung, and Diep Son.

VinWonders Nha Trang is also an unmissable destination on your trip to Nha Trang. Located on Hon Tre Island, this is a fantastic amusement park with many interesting activities in an area of up to 50 hectares. The park has 6 subdivisions and nearly 100 exciting entertainment activities suitable for visitors of all ages.

At VinWonders Nha Trang, you can see rare animals and enjoy bird shows at King’s Garden, participate in thrilling games at Adventure Land, or experience other awesome things at World Garden, Water World, Sea World, and Fairy Land.

 

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3.6. Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is a favourite tourist destination with a mild climate and pristine nature. The pearl island has many interesting activities for visitors to try, such as diving to see coral reefs, working as a fisherman in a day, visiting mesmerising beaches like Sao Beach, Ganh Dau Beach, and Long Beach.

While you are in Phu Quoc, you should also come to VinWonders Phu Quoc, the largest theme park in Vietnam and a leading one in Asia. With an area of ​​​​up to 46.7 hectares, it has 6 subdivisions, namely European Streetmosphere, Typhoon World, Mysterious Viking Village, Fairy World, Adventure World, and Neptune Palace. Offering more than 100 attractive games, the park will promisingly bring you many memorable exciting moments.

 

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3.7. Ho Chi Minh City

The bustling Ho Chi Minh City has been known for not only its tourism potentials but also for artistic works, historical sites, museums and recreational centres. Here, you should visit Notre-Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum or see the exciting nightlife at Nguyen Hue and Bui Vien streets.

3.8. Can Tho

Can Tho has many highlights that are typical of the Mekong Delta region, such as orchards, Ninh Kieu Wharf, Cai Rang floating market, My Khanh Tourist Site, Phuong Nam Truc Lam Zen Institute, and Ong Pagoda. This southern province offers rich cuisine with many distinctive dishes, such as Vietnamese pancake, hot pot with fish sauce, and grilled snake-headed fish.

Vietnam location has blessed the country with a mild climate and beautiful terrain. Now, Vietnam is attracting visitors from all over the world with diverse landscapes, distinctive culture, amazing cuisine, and the warm welcome by friendly people.

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