13 Facts About Vinh

Vinh is the biggest city and economic and cultural center of north-central Vietnam.

Vinh is the capital of Nghe An Province, and is a key point in the East–West economic corridor linking Myanmar, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam.

At various times, Vinh has been of considerable military and political significance.

Under French rule of Vietnam, Vinh was further developed as an industrial center, and became well known for its factories.

City of Vinh was once the site of a number of significant historic sites, particularly an ancient citadel.

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The reconstruction of Vinh borrowed heavily on Soviet and East German ideas about town planning, and was conducted with considerable East German assistance – the city is noted for its wide streets and its rows of concrete apartment blocks.

Vinh has a dry winter humid subtropical climate, bordering on the tropical monsoon climate of the Central Coast.

Vinh is an important transportation hub, having a key position on the route between the northern and southern parts of the country, and is a notable port.

Vinh was a famous poem in the world with The Tale of Kieu.

Quyet Mountain, on the edge of Vinh, is used as a peaceful retreat from the city, with visitors climbing four hundred steps to the summit.

Many houses in Vinh have a unique style, heavily influenced by the climate of the region.

Vinh locals are warm and hospitable, and often go at length to make visitors feel welcome.

Vinh Station is a major station along the North–South Railway.