List of rivers of Vietnam facts for kids
Did you know that rivers are like the veins of a country? They carry water, help with travel, and are super important for people and nature. Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia with many amazing rivers and streams. These waterways flow through different parts of the country, from high mountains to flat deltas, shaping the land and supporting life.
This article will take you on a journey to explore some of the most important rivers in Vietnam, grouped by the regions they flow through.
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Rivers in Northern Vietnam
The northern part of Vietnam is known for its mountains and valleys. Many rivers here start in the mountains and flow down towards the sea.
Northwestern Rivers
The Northwest region has rivers that often wind through steep terrain.
- Black River (Asia)
- Ma River
- Nanxi River (Yunnan)
- Bôi River
Northeastern Rivers
The Northeast is also mountainous, with many rivers that join together.
- Gâm River
- Lô River
- Phó Đáy River
- Nho Quế River
- Bằng River
- Quây Sơn River
- Ba Thín River
- Bắc Giang River
- Bắc Khê River
- Kỳ Cùng River
- Lục Nam River
- Thương River
- Cầu River
- Công River
- Sỏi River
- Thái Bình River
- Beilun River
- Thao River
Red River Delta Rivers
The Red River Delta is a very flat and fertile area. It's where the famous Red River flows into the sea. This river is one of the most important in Vietnam.
- Red River
- Luộc River
- Cà Lồ River
- Đuống River
- Cấm River (Vietnam)
- Kinh Môn River
- Kinh Thầy River
- Đáy River
- Bạch Đằng River
- Tô Lịch River
Rivers in Central Vietnam
Central Vietnam is a long, narrow strip of land. It has a coastline on one side and mountains on the other. Rivers here are often shorter and flow directly to the sea.
North Central Coast Rivers
This part of the coast has many rivers that are important for local communities.
- Cả River
- Nam Sam River
- Gianh River
- Kiến Giang River
- Long Đại River
- Nhật Lệ River
- Ron (river, Vietnam)
- Son River (Vietnam)
- Sepon River
- Thạch Hãn River
- Bến Hải River
- Perfume River
- Kong River
South Central Coast Rivers
Further south along the coast, you'll find more rivers that empty into the ocean.
- Cu Đê River
- Hàn River
- Túy Loan River
- Yên River (Quảng Nam-Đà Nẵng)
- Thu Bồn River
- Trà Bồng River
- Trà Khúc River
- Côn River
- Hà Thanh River
- La Tinh River
- Hinh River
- Đà Rằng River
- Cái River
- Cà Ty River
- La Ngà River
- Phan River
Central Highlands Rivers
The Central Highlands are a plateau region. Rivers here often flow through forests and coffee plantations.
- Krông Nô River
- Krông H’Năng River
- Krông Ana River
- Srepok River
- Tonlé San
- Đa Nhim River
Rivers in Southern Vietnam
Southern Vietnam is mostly flat, especially in the Mekong Delta. This area is famous for its vast network of rivers and canals.
Southeastern Rivers
The Southeast region is home to important industrial areas and cities. Its rivers are vital for transport and trade.
- Vàm Cỏ Đông River
- Bé River
- Đồng Nai river
- Thị Vải River
- Ray River
- Saigon River
- Bến Nghé River
- Soài Rạp
- Vàm Cỏ
- Dinh River (Bà Rịa–Vũng Tàu)
Mekong Delta Rivers
The Mekong Delta is a huge, flat area where the mighty Mekong River splits into many branches before reaching the sea. It's like a giant watery maze! This region is often called Vietnam's "rice bowl" because of its fertile land.
- Tiền River
- Mỹ Tho River
- Gò Công River
- Bến Tre River
- Ba Lai River
- Cổ Chiên River
- Hàm Luông River
- Bình Di River
- Châu Đốc River
- Bassac River, also known as Hậu River
- Vàm Nao River
- Bảo Định Canal
- Thoại Hà Canal
- Trẹm River
- Cửa Lớn River
- Bồ Đề River
- Ông Đốc River
Phú Quốc Island Rivers
Phú Quốc island is Vietnam's largest island. It also has its own rivers, even though it's surrounded by the ocean.
- Dương Đông river
Images for kids
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Cầu River near Bắc Giang
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Mỹ Tho River in Mekong River Delta
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Perfume River at Huế
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Chuong Duong Bridge over the Red River in Hanoi
See also
- List of waterways
- Mekong River Commission
- Vietnam Inland Waterways Administration
- Rivers in Vietnam
