 Nha Trang, the main city of Khanh Hoa province, is famed as the finest city beach in Vietnam. The town is also a key transport crossroads, with Cam Ranh harbour, Nha Trang travelairport and good access to roads and railways. The vibrant local economy is based on fishing, tourism, forestry products and its comprehensive infrastructure. Ethnic minorities include the E De, the Cham and the Raglai.
Ponagar Tower
Vinh Phuoc commune, built in the 9th century by King Harivacman, boasts a group of Cham towers and a stunning 2.6m tall statue of Ponagar, wife of the god Shiva.
Nha Trang Cathedral
Built by the French in 1928 and equipped with a grand clock and three giant bells, all still in fine working order.
Hon Chong
An imposing rocky promontory virtually in the city centre. It is said to resemble, A human hand reaching out to sea.
Doc Let Beach
Ninh Hoa district, 50km north of Nha Trang, is a popular tourist destination with 10km of white sand beaches, moderate surf and clean air.
Dien Khanh Citadel
10km south of the city, built in 18th century by King Nguyen Anh in an architectural style influenced by contemporary Western palaces.
Dai Lanh Beach
Van Ninh distric, 80km north of Nha Trang, is a beautiful resort that also houses some relics of the American War |
