Đà Nẵng

Đà Nẵng
Name	Đà Nẵng
Native name	Thành phố Đà Nẵng
Settlement type	Municipality (Class-1)
Coordinates	16, 04, N, 108...
Subdivision type	Country
Subdivision name	Vietnam
Established title	Founded
Established date	192 AD (as Lâm Ấp)
Leader title	Secretary of the Party Committee
Leader name	Nguyễn Văn Quảng
Leader title1	Chairman of the People's Committee
Leader name1	Lê Trung Chinh
Area total km2	1285.4
Population total	1,220,190
Population as of	2023
Population density km2	auto
Timezone	ICT
Utc offset	+7
Postal code type	Postal code
Postal code	550000
Area code	236
Website	https://danang.gov.vn/
Blank name	Climate
Blank info	Aw

Đà Nẵng is a major port city and one of five direct-controlled municipalities in Vietnam. Strategically located on the coast of the South China Sea, at the mouth of the Hàn River, it serves as a crucial economic and transportation hub for the central region. The city is renowned for its sandy beaches, such as Mỹ Khê and Non Nước, and its proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hội An and the Mỹ Sơn sanctuary.

History

The area was part of the ancient Champa kingdom, known as the port of Cửa Hàn, and later came under Vietnamese control following the Trịnh–Nguyễn War. In 1858, it was the site of the initial landing by French forces under Charles Rigault de Genouilly, leading to the establishment of colonial rule and its development as Tourane. During the Vietnam War, it housed a major U.S. airbase at Da Nang Air Base and was a key entry point for American troops. Following the Fall of Saigon in 1975, it was part of Quảng Nam-Đà Nẵng Province before being separated as a centrally governed city in 1997.

Geography

Đà Nẵng borders Thừa Thiên Huế to the north and Quảng Nam to the south and west, with its eastern boundary formed by the South China Sea. The terrain includes the coastal plain of the Hàn River and the mountainous Sơn Trà Peninsula, home to the Sơn Trà Nature Reserve. The Bà Nà Hills resort, accessible by the longest non-stop single track cable car, and the Ngũ Hành Sơn are significant geographical features. The city's coastline features several bays and the sheltered Đà Nẵng Port.

Demographics

As of 2023, the population is over 1.2 million, making it the largest city in central Vietnam. The population is predominantly Kinh Vietnamese, with small communities of Hoa, Cơ Tu, and other ethnic groups. The city has experienced rapid growth due to migration from neighboring provinces like Quảng Ngãi and economic development. Major religious practices include Buddhism, Catholicism, and Caodaism, with landmarks such as the Linh Ứng Pagoda on Sơn Trà Peninsula.

Economy

The economy is diversified, with pillars in seaport services, tourism, and IT and high-tech industries. Key industrial zones include the Đà Nẵng Hi-Tech Park and Hòa Khánh Industrial Park, hosting companies like Intel and Universal Alloy Corporation. The city is a leading destination for international events, having hosted the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival. Exports through its deep-water port include textiles, seafood, and electronics.

Culture and society

The city's culture reflects a blend of Vietnamese, Cham, and colonial influences. It is known for annual festivals like the Quán Thế Âm Festival at the Marble Mountains and the modern Da Nang International Fireworks Festival. Culinary specialties include mì Quảng and bánh xèo. Educational institutions include the University of Đà Nẵng and Duy Tân University, while cultural sites encompass the Đà Nẵng Museum of Cham Sculpture and the Dragon Bridge.

Government and politics

As a centrally controlled municipality, it has equal status to a province. The city's administration is led by the People's Committee, under the supervision of the People's Council and the Communist Party of Vietnam's City Committee. The current Secretary of the Party Committee is Nguyễn Văn Quảng. The city is divided into eight district-level units: Hải Châu, Thanh Khê, Sơn Trà, Ngũ Hành Sơn, Liên Chiểu, Cẩm Lệ, and the island district of Hoàng Sa, along with Hòa Vang rural district.

Infrastructure

The city is a central transportation node, served by the Đà Nẵng International Airport, a major railway station on the North–South Railway, and the terminus of the East–West Economic Corridor. Major road connections include National Route 1A and the Hải Vân Tunnel. Urban infrastructure features iconic bridges like the Dragon Bridge and the Thuận Phước Bridge. The healthcare system is anchored by the Da Nang Hospital Nẵ Category:Đà Nang City