North Central Coast, Coastal administrative region in central Vietnam
The North Central Coast is a coastal region in central Vietnam stretching along the South China Sea and encompassing six provinces. Mountain ranges, valleys, and beaches shape the varied landscape throughout this area.
The region contains remnants of the Sa Huỳnh culture and the Champa civilization, which shaped architecture and traditions over many centuries. These historical layers remain visible in local buildings and customs today.
Local communities express their traditions through regional festivals and traditional crafts that blend Vietnamese and Cham influences. This cultural mix shapes how villages look and how people live their daily lives.
The region connects to other areas via National Route 1, the North-South Railway, and international airports in Da Nang and Phu Bai. Getting around within this region is easiest by using these main transport corridors and airports.
Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites lie within this region: Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, the Complex of Huế Monuments, and the Citadel of the Hồ Dynasty. These three places draw visitors interested in exploring both natural and cultural treasures.
Shares border with: Red River Delta, Northwest Vietnam, South Central Coast
GPS coordinates: 16.46667,107.58333
Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:01
Son Doong Cave
176.6 km
Hin Nam No National Protected Area
207.5 km
Bái Đính Temple
461.4 km
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
193.3 km
Huế citadel
684 m
Perfume Pagoda
501.1 km
Wat Phra That Phanom
309.4 km
Cuc Phuong National Park
476.6 km
Thiên Mụ Temple
4.4 km
Citadel of the Hồ Dynasty
453.1 km
Imperial City of Hue
612 m
Hai Van Pass
66.2 km
Tràng An
457.1 km
Quảng Trị Citadel
52.8 km
Hien Luong Bridge
82.4 km
Trang Tien Bridge
615 m
Linh Ung Pagoda
84.7 km
Tomb of Khai Dinh
7.6 km
Dragon River Bridge
82.2 km
Tomb of Tự Đức
4.2 km
Phát Diệm Cathedral
433.8 km
Trường Sơn Cemetery
86.5 km
Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang
8.9 km
Tam Cốc-Bích Động
453.3 km
Lam Kinh
449 kmKim Liên museum
326.7 km
Second Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge
304.2 km
Da Nang Cathedral
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