Gia Lai

The province spans over 15,510 square kilometers of mountainous terrain with elevations reaching 800 meters above sea level in the Central Highlands region.

The name derives from 'Yăgrai' in the Jarai language, referring to a water dragon title held by Po Klaung Yăgrai, a figure of local significance.

The region contains 39 ethnic groups including Vietnamese, Gia Rai, Ba Na, Xơ Đăng, and Giẻ Triêng, each maintaining their traditional customs and practices.

The provincial capital Pleiku connects to major destinations through National Highway 14 and serves as the primary administrative and commercial center.

The province maintains extensive coffee and rubber plantations across its elevated terrain, producing substantial agricultural yields in the highland climate conditions.

Location: Vietnam

Capital city: Pleiku

Elevation above the sea: 516 m

Website: https://gialai.gov.vn/

Shares border with: Kon Tum, Đắk Lắk, Ratanakiri Province, Quảng Ngãi, Bình Định, Phu Yen

Website: https://gialai.gov.vn

GPS coordinates: 13.75000,108.25000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:08