Fun facts about Da Nang
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Da Nang's name is believed to be a Vietnamese adaptation of the Cham word 'da nak', meaning 'opening of a large river'.
Da Nang
Vietnam
Da Nang, also spelt Danang, is the fourth largest municipality in Vietnam by population and the largest by geographical area. As one of the country's seven direct-controlled municipalities, it falls under the administration of the central government.
From the “Names” section
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Da Nang is surrounded by mountains to the west and the South China Sea to the east.
Da Nang
Vietnam
Da Nang, also spelt Danang, is the fourth largest municipality in Vietnam by population and the largest by geographical area. As one of the country's seven direct-controlled municipalities, it falls under the administration of the central government.
From the “Geography” section
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The Điện Hải Citadel was first built in 1813 and was upgraded to a citadel in 1835.
Da Nang
Vietnam
Da Nang, also spelt Danang, is the fourth largest municipality in Vietnam by population and the largest by geographical area. As one of the country's seven direct-controlled municipalities, it falls under the administration of the central government.
From the “History” section
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Da Nang has the highest urbanization ratio among provinces and municipalities in Vietnam, with 86.9% of its population living in urban areas as of 2009.
Da Nang
Vietnam
Da Nang, also spelt Danang, is the fourth largest municipality in Vietnam by population and the largest by geographical area. As one of the country's seven direct-controlled municipalities, it falls under the administration of the central government.
From the “Demographics” section
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Da Nang is estimated to account for around 20% of Vietnam's medical tourism market, valued at approximately US$700 million.
Da Nang
Vietnam
Da Nang, also spelt Danang, is the fourth largest municipality in Vietnam by population and the largest by geographical area. As one of the country's seven direct-controlled municipalities, it falls under the administration of the central government.
From the “Healthcare” section
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