Quang Ngai is located in Central Vietnam, at an almost equal distance from the two ends of the country. Like other provinces in this area, Quang Ngai is characterized as having mountains on one side and the sea on the other. The population consists of a majority of Kinh people.  The climate is divided in two seasons; the temperature sometimes reaches up to 41°C in hottest months. Quang Ngai is famous for the cultural vestiges of Sa Huynh, Chau Sa Citadel, Ong Pagoda, Mai Son Pagoda, and Ba Gia Battlefields.  Activities and Map

Binh Dinh:

Binh Dinh is located on the coast of Central Vietnam and is divided in four clear-cut regions: highlands, midlands, plains, and coast. It is bordered by Quang Ngai to the north, Phu Yen to the south, the East Sea to the east, and Gia Lai to the west. Binh Dinh is 1,655km from Hanoi and is accessible either by car, train, or plane. The main ethnic groups in this area are the Kinh, Ba Na, Lo, and Cham. The annual average temperature is 26°C. The dry season lasts from December to August, and the rainy season, from September to November. Special products of the province: silk, swallow nest, shrimp, fish, precious wood, vegetable oil, rice, marble, titanium, and handicraft articles. Binh Dinh is also the home of old folk opera, and Bai Choi folk songs.  The many historical sites include the Cham Tower, Duong Long Tower, Doi Tower, and Quang Trung Museum. The region also offers plenty of beautiful landscapes such as Quy Hoa, Hoi Van, Thi Nai Lowland, and Ham Mo Springs.  Activities and Map

Phy Yen:

Tuy Hoa is the provincial capital township of Phu Yen Province, located 1,177km south of Hanoi and 561km north of Ho Chi Minh City. Tuy Hoa Town is situated on the banks of the mouth of the Da Rang River. The river is 300km long and its source starts in the Central Highlands to the west of the province. The width of the river is between 1 and 3km. A bridge spans the Da Rang River and connects the township to the other side.  Chua Da Trang (White Stone Pagoda) is located 20km north of the town, perched on a mountain slope. The pagoda offers an clear view of the landscape below.  Close to the Da Rang River Bridge is Thap Nhan Tower. Built on a hilltop nearby, the tower is 15 meters high. One of the tourist attractions in the province is Long Thuy Beach. This beach is good for swimming and is located 12km from the town. The white sand beach is famous for its clear blue waters. Vung Ro is a regionally known tourist center, about 25km south of the town. This place is famous for its numerous beautiful offshore islands. O Loan Lagoon is only 15km from the town. This lagoon is ideal for boat trips. The most famous seafood dish from this area is grilled blood clam.  Activities and Map
 

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