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🇻🇳 Vietnam Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 331,212 km² and has a coastline of 3,444 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Southeast Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
331,212 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
296/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
3,444 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+7
UTC offset
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Independence
939
established
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Climate
Tropical south, subtropical north, monsoon season
general type

Location and Position

Vietnam is situated in Southeast Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 3,444 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Vietnam covers a total area of 331,212 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 98M across this area, the population density is 296/km². The capital city is Hanoi.

Climate

The climate of Vietnam is tropical south, subtropical north, monsoon season. The best time to visit is generally February–April (north), November–January (south), when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Vietnam

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China
Beijing
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Laos
Vientiane
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Cambodia
Phnom Penh

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vietnam located?

Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia, Asia. The capital city is Hanoi.

How large is Vietnam?

Vietnam has a total area of 331,212 km² with a population density of 296/km².

What countries border Vietnam?

Vietnam shares land borders with: China, Laos, Cambodia.

What is the climate of Vietnam?

The climate of Vietnam is Tropical south, subtropical north, monsoon season. The best time to visit is February–April (north), November–January (south).

What timezone is Vietnam in?

Vietnam observes UTC+7 timezone.

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