Geography
Vietnam is in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 16.16666666, 107.83333333; it has Cambodia, China, Laos.
Neighboring countries: Cambodia, China, Laos
Asia
Vietnam
Vietnam is a country in South-Eastern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Hanoi
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- South-Eastern Asia
- Population
- 101.3 million
- Area
- 331,212 km²
- Currency
- Vietnamese đồng (VND)
- Official language
- Vietnamese
- Calling code
- +84
- Internet TLD
- .vn
- Time zone
- UTC+07:00
Vietnam map preview: 16.17, 107.83
People and Culture
Vietnam uses Vietnamese in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Vietnam varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Vietnam is recorded with the official name Socialist Republic of Vietnam. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Hanoi
- South-Eastern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Hanoi
- Time zone data: UTC+07:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Vietnam is grouped under Asia.
- Vietnam has a listed area of 331,212 km².
- Vietnam is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Vietnam
What is the capital of Vietnam?
The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi.
What continent is Vietnam in?
Vietnam is in Asia.
What currency does Vietnam use?
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese đồng.
What language is spoken in Vietnam?
Vietnamese is listed for Vietnam in this database.