Bình Thuận

Bình Thuận is a coastal province in south central Vietnam that runs along the shoreline of the East Vietnam Sea. The landscape includes long beaches, steep red and white sand dunes, forested hills inland, and river valleys that cut through the terrain before reaching the ocean.

The area belonged to the Champa principality of Panduranga until the early 19th century. In 1832, the Nguyen Dynasty formally annexed the territory and began settling Vietnamese populations across the region.

Local markets sell dried squid and fresh fruit from nearby orchards, reflecting the fishing and farming life that shapes daily routines here. Along the shore, small boats depart at dawn while vendors prepare morning meals for workers heading to the dunes.

National Route 1 runs through the region from north to south, connecting towns and providing access from other parts of Vietnam. Muong Man Railway Station offers train connections along the main north-south line for travelers who prefer rail over road.

The region is known for Phan Thiet fish sauce, made by fermenting anchovies with sea salt for twelve months. Large ceramic jars sit in the sun while the mixture ages and develops its flavor.

Location: Vietnam

Capital city: Phan Thiết

Elevation above the sea: 36 m

Shares border with: Lâm Đồng, Đồng Nai, Ninh Thuận, Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu

Website: https://binhthuan.gov.vn

GPS coordinates: 11.08333,108.08333

Latest update: December 15, 2025 01:11