Vietnam
History
Văn Lang, ruled by the Hùng kings, is held to be the first Vietnamese state.
Âu Lạc succeeded Văn Lang, with its citadel at Cổ Loa.
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.
Gia Long unified the country and founded the Nguyễn dynasty at Huế.
Protectorate Treaty placed the territory under outside administration.
Ho Chi Minh declared independence in Hanoi after the August Revolution.
Part ofAsiaMore countries, cities and routes.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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HanoiPlanning 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.
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