Vietnamese people originated as Lac peoples in Red River delta region. Legendary first Vietnamese king was Lac Long Quan, married Chinese immortal Au Co. Vietnamese civilization developed before Chinese rule through rice cultivation and feudal society
Vietnam's population reached 101,317,462 as of January 2024. Population density is 305.9 people per square kilometer. Total area is 331,212 km² (127,882 mi²)
Author loves dogs, cats and birds as pets. Raised two dogs who welcome her home. Lost a bulldog as a pet, now regrets it
Vietnam's economy was built on agriculture until French colonization in mid-19th century. French colonial government divided economy between agricultural South and industrial North. After 1975 reunification, economy suffered from severe production difficulties. Đổi Mới reforms in 1986 transformed economy from centralized to mixed system
Vietnam's population is 101,230,904 people as of July 2024. Population is expected to reach 100 million by 2024. Population growth rate is about 1% annually, adding 1 million people yearly
Sony Store offers interactive experience with eight technology areas. Nguyen Kim established in 1992, first electronics center in Vietnam. FPT Shop first retail center with ISO 9001:2000 certification. Dien May Xanh specializes in Panasonic products since 2010. The Gioi Di Dong operates over 400 stores nationwide