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Nha Trang, the main city of Khanh Hoa
province, is famed as the finest city beach
in Vietnam. The town is also a key transport
crossroads, with Cam Ranh harbour, Nha Trang
airport and good access to roads and
railways. The vibrant local economy is based
on fishing, tourism, forestry products and
its comprehensive infrastructure. Ethnic
minorities include the Ede, the Cham and the
Raglai.
Ponagar Tower
Vinh Phuoc commune, built in the 9th
century by King Harivacman, boasts a group
of Cham towers and a stunning 2.6m tall
statue of Ponagar, wife of the god Shiva.
Nha Trang Cathedral
Built by the French in 1928 and equipped
with a grand clock and three giant bells,
all still in fine working order.
Hon Chong
An imposing rocky promontory virtually
in the city centre. It is said to resemble,
A human hand reaching out to sea.
Doc Let Beach
Ninh Hoa distric , 50km north of Nha Trang,
is a popular tourist destination with 10km
of white sand beaches, moderate surf and
clean air.
Dien Khanh Citadel
10km south of the city, built in 18th
century by King Nguyen Anh in an
architectural style influenced by
contemporary Western palaces.
Dai Lanh Beach
Van Ninh distric, 80km north of Nha
Trang , is a beautiful resort that also
houses some relics of the American War |
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