Vinh facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Vinh Thành phố Vinh
City (Class-1)
Vinh City
Clockwise from top: Ho Chi Minh Square, Vinh International Airport, Vinh University, Lenin Avenue, Vinh Railway Station
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Vinh Location in Vietnam
Country	Vietnam
Province	Nghệ An Province
Area
• Total	104.96 km2 (40.53 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	502,140
• Density	4,668.4/km2 (12,091/sq mi)
Climate	Cwa/Am
Website	http://www.vinhcity.gov.vn

Vinh is the main city of Nghệ An Province in Vietnam. It's a big center for business and culture in North-Central Vietnam. The city is important for trade between countries like Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Vinh is located in the southeast part of Nghệ An province, next to the Lam River. It's on Vietnam's main North-South travel route. This means you can get there by highway, train, boat, and plane. Vinh International Airport has daily flights from several airlines.

In 2008, Vinh became a "Grade-I city." This is a special status for important cities. It was the fifth city in Vietnam to get this title. With over 502,140 people in 2018, Vinh is the largest city in its region. It's about 300 kilometers (186 miles) south of Hanoi and 1,400 kilometers (870 miles) north of Ho Chi Minh City. The city covers an area of about 105 square kilometers (40.5 square miles).

Vinh City: A Look at Its Past

Drawing of Vinh citadel in the Nguyễn dynasty

Vinh has had many names over time, like Ke Van, Ke Vinh, and Vinh Thi. In 1789, it officially became Vinh. This name has stayed the same ever since. For a long time, Vinh was very important for military and political reasons. It was seen as a "gateway to the south" as Vietnam grew.

The Tây Sơn dynasty (1788–1802) even thought about making Vinh the capital of Vietnam. However, their rule was short, so this plan never happened. Still, the Tây Sơn rulers built a lot in the city. Later, when France ruled Vietnam, Vinh became an industrial hub, known for its factories.

Vinh has a history of being a center for rebellions and revolutionary actions. In the 1800s and early 1900s, many uprisings against the French happened here. Also, famous revolutionary leaders like Ho Chi Minh were born in or near Vinh.

Sadly, many old buildings and historic sites in Vinh, like an ancient fortress, were destroyed in wars. The First Indochina War in the 1950s and the Vietnam War caused a lot of damage. Because of this, not much of the original city remains today. When Vinh was rebuilt, it got help from the Soviet Union and East Germany. The city now has wide streets and many concrete apartment buildings.

Vinh's Weather: What to Expect

Vinh has a tropical monsoon climate, which is a type of hot, rainy weather. It's also very close to a humid subtropical climate. This means it's generally warm with a lot of rain, especially during certain times of the year.

Vinh's Economy: How the City Works

The biggest part of Vinh's economy is the service sector. About 55% of people work in jobs like tourism, shops, and other services. Industry makes up about 30% of jobs, and farming, forestry, and fishing make up about 15%. Vinh is a key transport hub, connecting the north and south of Vietnam. It also has an important port.

Tourism in Vinh: Places to Explore

Vinh and Nghệ An Province are becoming popular places for tourists in Vietnam. There are many cool spots to visit.

City Attractions

• Song Lam (Light Blue River): A beautiful river that flows near the city.
• Ho Chi Minh Square: A large square dedicated to the famous leader.
• Phuong Hoang Trung Do: This means "Phoenix Capital." It has a temple for King Quang Trung.
• Dung Quyet Mountain: Offers amazing views of the Lam River and surrounding mountains.
• Kim Lien: This is the hometown of President Ho Chi Minh, located about 10 km (6 miles) west of Vinh.
• Cửa Lò beach: A popular beach resort about 15 km (9 miles) east of the city center.

Nearby Islands and Parks

• Hon Ngu Island: About 4 km (2.5 miles) offshore, this island has two parts. The larger part is 133 meters (436 feet) high, and the smaller is 88 meters (289 feet) high.
• Pù Mát National Park: One of Vietnam's largest and best-preserved national parks. It's about 120 km (75 miles) west of Vinh. You can take guided tours to see Khe Kem Waterfall, go on a Giang River boat trip, and explore the "Sang Le" Forest.

Cultural and Historical Sites

• Nguyễn Du's Homeland: About 5 km (3 miles) south of Vinh. Nguyễn Du was a world-famous poet known for his work The Tale of Kieu.
• Quyet Mountain: About 5 km (3 miles) southeast of the city center. This area is a mix of nature and history. It was once the "Phoenix Centre Capital" of King Quang Trung. You can climb 400 steps to the top for great views.
• Hong Son Temple: One of the few large temples that survived the wars. It hosts an important festival every year.
• Soviet Nghe Tinh Museum: This museum shows items and documents from the Nghệ Tĩnh uprising against the French in the 1930s. It has over 5,000 original items.
• Nghe An General Museum: This museum tells the story of Nghệ An's people, history, and culture from ancient times to today. It has many old artifacts found in the area.
• Museum of Military Region 4: Another museum related to military history.

Fun and Entertainment

• Mường Thanh Safari Land and Water Park: Located about 60 km (37 miles) north of Vinh. Here you can see many wild animals like rhinos, giraffes, and white tigers. The water park offers fun rides.
• Bai Lu Resort: About 20 km (12 miles) northeast of Vinh. You can enjoy beach views and climb Heaven Gate mountain.
• Sunflower Field: In Nghia Dan, about 100 km (62 miles) northwest of Vinh. This huge field of sunflowers (80 hectares) blooms from late March to mid-April and mid-December each year.
• Huong Tich Pagoda: About 20 km (12 miles) south of Vinh. This ancient pagoda is known for its beautiful scenery. You can get there by bus, boat, or cable car.
• Vinpearl Cua Hoi: About 10 km (6 miles) east of Vinh. This is a five-star resort with beaches, a large pool, and a water park.
• Recreation Center VRC: On Phan Boi Chau street, offering bowling, pool, and a cinema.
• City Hub: A complex with entertainment, a cinema, and food.
• Film Center North Central of Viet Nam: On Quang Trung Street.
• Parks: Including Centre, Cua Nam, Cua Bac, Nguyen Tat Thanh, and Cua Nam lake.

Education in Vinh: Learning Opportunities

Vinh is a major center for education in Central Vietnam. It has many universities, colleges, and schools.

• Vinh University (founded 1959) is a key national university.
• Vinh Medical University (founded 2010)
• Vinh University of Technical Education (founded 2006)
• Other universities include Van Xuan University of Technology, Vinh Industrial University, Nghe An University of Economics, and branches of other universities.

In 2011, nearly 100,000 students were studying in Vinh's universities, colleges, and intermediate schools. More universities are planned for the future.

Vinh's Food: Tasty Local Dishes

Vinh and its surrounding areas are known for some unique foods:

• Cháo lươn: A spicy eel soup.
• Bánh mướt: Steamed rice rolls.
• Kẹo Cu Đơ: A sweet candy made from peanuts and rice paper.
• Vinh orange: A special type of orange grown in the area.

Vinh's Buildings: A Unique Style

A typical house in Vinh, with dome and taijitu sign

Typical architecture

Many houses in Vinh have a special look. Their design is influenced by the local climate. You might see houses with a dome and a taijitu sign, which is a symbol of balance.

Vinh's Infrastructure: Getting Around

Vinh has good transportation and industrial areas.

Airport

Vinh International Airport is about 5 km (3 miles) north of the city center. It's the fifth busiest airport in Vietnam. You can fly from Vinh to many cities within Vietnam.

Roads

• National Route 1A: Connects Vinh to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
• National Route 7: Leads to Luang Prabang in Laos.
• National Route 8: Leads to Vientiane in Laos.
• National Route 46: Also leads to Vientiane.

Seaports

• Cửa Lò seaport: About 15 km (9 miles) from Vinh. It can handle 3 million tons of goods each year. A new, deeper port is being built for larger ships.
• Vissai seaport: Has several docks for different sizes of ships, helping with trade.

Railway

Vinh Station is a main stop on Vietnam's North–South Railway.

Bus System

Vinh has many bus routes within the city and to nearby areas.

Industrial Zones

Vinh has several industrial zones where factories and businesses are located:

• VSIP: About 5 km (3 miles) west of the city center, covering 750 hectares.
• WHAIZ: About 15 to 20 km (9 to 12 miles) north of the center, covering 3000 hectares.
• Nam Cam: 15 km (9 miles) north of the center, covering 327 hectares.
• Bac Vinh: Covering 143 hectares.
• Cua Lo: East of the center, covering 40 hectares.

Bus Stations

Vinh has three main bus stations:

• Bus station in the North: In Nghi Lien commune, 7 km (4 miles) north of the city center.
• Vinh Market bus station: From here, you can even take a bus to Vientiane in Laos.
• Central Bus Station: Located on Vinh Road.

Images for kids

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  A street in Vinh.

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  A street in Vinh by night

See also

In Spanish: Vinh para niños