Phủ Lý, Provincial city in Hà Nam, Vietnam.
Phủ Lý is a provincial city in Hà Nam located south of Hanoi near the Đáy River in a flat landscape. It serves as the administrative center for the province and sits at a crossroads of regional transport routes.
The city was captured in 1873 during French military operations that extended European control over the region. This event marked a turning point in local governance and development.
The city maintains traditional Vietnamese festivals and customs throughout the year, serving as the administrative and cultural center of Hà Nam Province.
A railway station connects visitors and residents to other regions through regular train services. The flat terrain makes it straightforward to get oriented and explore the area.
The city recorded a population density of 1,555 people per square kilometer in 2013, reflecting its status as a growing urban center in northern Vietnam.
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