Khánh Hòa
Khánh Hòa · Khánh Hòa
Khánh Hòa
Khánh Hòa · Khánh Hòa
The coastal pearl of the South Central region with world-class beaches, islands, and ancient Cham architecture.
South Central Region
500 km coastline
200+ islands
In a nutshell
Khánh Hòa Province is a strategically important region of Vietnam, covering 5,199 km² and serving as a world-class beach holiday hub. The regional economy relies on tourism, the fishing industry, and shipbuilding. The region is famous for its 200+ islands, mountainous landscapes covering about half of its territory, and a rich cultural heritage, including monuments of the Cham civilization.
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Administrative Context
Khánh Hòa is located in the South Central region of Vietnam. The administrative center is Nha Trang, the country's main tourist hub. The region is actively developing, including projects in Cam Ranh and the Vân Phong resort zone.
Key Data
- Admin. Center
Nha Trang
- Area
5,199 km²
- Population
2.4M (2025)
- Coastline
500 km
- Highest Point
2,051 m (Vọng Phu)
- Climate
Tropical
- Dry Season
January — August
- Rainy Season
September — December
- Eco-Standards
"Green" Tourism
- Diving and water sports enthusiasts
- Beach holiday lovers
- Explorers of Cham architecture
- Travelers seeking eco-tourism and spa treatments
- Those planning a vacation during the rainy season (September–December)
- Those seeking complete seclusion during peak tourist season
The optimal period with minimum rainfall. August is also favorable, but marks the beginning of the transition to the rainy season.
Key Places
Regional Profile
Strategic Development
Tourism is the main sector of the province. In 2025, the region welcomed 16.4 million tourists. By 2030, a large-scale expansion of the hotel room capacity to 100,000 rooms is planned.
Features
- Bird's nests
- Agarwood
- Seafood products