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Vietnam

History

Văn Lang appears in Vietnam's historical record.
Âu Lạc appears in Vietnam's historical record.
Han's annexation changed control of the territory.
Vietnam became independent from China, marking a key step in modern statehood.
Regaining independence restored Vietnam's own statehood after foreign domination.
Nguyễn's unification appears in Vietnam's historical record.
Protectorate Treaty placed the territory under outside administration.
A declaration of independence was issued, making sovereignty the central political claim.
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CapitalHanoi
Population101.3M
Area331,212 km2
CurrencyVietnamese Ä?á»?ng

Short facts

RegionSoutheast Asia / Indochina
LanguageVietnamese
Time zoneICT (UTC+7)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Ha Long Bay: UNESCO World Heritage bay of 1,600 limestone karst islands emerging from emerald water.
  • Hoi An: UNESCO-listed ancient port town of lantern-lit canals, tailors, and fusion cuisine.
  • Hanoi Old Quarter: 36 guild streets of French colonial architecture, street food, and the Temple of Literature.

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Planning questions

What is Vietnam known for?Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hanoi Old Quarter.
What is the capital?Hanoi.
Which language is useful?Vietnamese.
When is the national day?2 September.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

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Food & drink

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Known for

Ha Long BayHoi AnHanoi Old QuarterHanoiStreet foodCoffee
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