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Provinces
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Ha Giang Province
+84-(0)-19 |
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Capital city: |
Ha
Giang |
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Area (sq km): |
7,831 |
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Population: |
625,700 |
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Average temp: |
24
and 28°C; winter low -5°C. |
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Ethnic data: |
Viet/Kinh, Cao Lan, Dao, H'mong, Hoa, Nung, San Diu, Tay. |
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Districts/wards: |
Bac
Me, Bac Quang, Dong Van, Hoang Su Phi, Meo Vac, Quan Ba, Vi Xuyen, Xin
Man, Yen Minh. |
 Description:
Ha Giang is the province located
at the highest latitude
in ViętNam. It is bordered by Cao Bang, Tuyen Quang, Lao
Cai, and Yen Bai. It shares a border
with China to the north.
There are two distinct weather seasons (rainy and dry), although it
tends to vary depending on altitude.
Ha Giang is the ideal location to organize activities such as hiking and
camping.
Economy:
Agriculture, cattle breeding, Than Thuy-Thien Bao International Border Crossing.
Natural beauty sights:
Dong Van Highland (1), Phung Thien Grotto (2), Quang Ngan Waterfall.
Historic sights:
Festivals:
Spring festival, Lo Lo People’s New House Celebration festival.
Markets:
Khau Vai Love Market (not for Foreigners!), Ha Giang and Meo Vac fairs fair on
the 27th day of the 3rd lunar month.
Transport:
Ha Giang is 318 kilometres from Ha Noi and can be reached by road.
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