{"id":53577,"date":"2024-11-19T17:21:09","date_gmt":"2024-11-19T10:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maisonoffice.vn\/en\/?p=53577"},"modified":"2024-11-19T17:25:17","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T10:25:17","slug":"map-of-north-vietnam-provinces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maisonoffice.vn\/en\/news\/map-of-north-vietnam-provinces\/","title":{"rendered":"Map of Northern Vietnam Provinces: Detailed List and Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vietnam is a beautiful country with a coastline stretching from North to South and many stunning landscapes. Each region of Vietnam has its own unique characteristics in terms of geography, climate and people. Among them, Northern Vietnam is considered the “cradle” of the country’s history and culture, but not everyone knows how many provinces and municipalities are in the North. To help you answer this question, Maison Office has compiled below a list of provinces in Northern Vietnam and the latest updated map of the region!<\/p>\n

1. How many provinces and cities are there in the North?<\/h2>\n

Currently, Northern Vietnam consists of 25 provinces and cities, divided into 3 subregions:<\/p>\n

– Northeast Region:<\/strong> Includes 9 provinces: Ha Giang, Cao Bang, Bac Kan, Lang Son, Tuyen Quang, Thai Nguyen, Phu Tho, Bac Giang and Quang Ninh.<\/p>\n

– Northwest Region:<\/strong> Includes 6 provinces: Lao Cai, Lai Chau, Yen Bai, Dien Bien, Son La and Hoa Binh.<\/p>\n

– Red River Delta:<\/strong> Includes 10 provinces and cities: Hanoi, Ha Nam, Bac Ninh, Hai Duong, Hai Phong, Hung Yen, Nam Dinh, Ninh Binh, Thai Binh and Vinh Phuc.<\/p>\n

According to the regional economic planning, the North is divided into 2 socio-economic regions:<\/p>\n

– Northern Coastal Region:<\/strong> Includes 11 provinces and cities: Hanoi, Ha Nam, Hai Phong, Hai Duong, Bac Ninh, Quang Ninh, Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh, Hung Yen, Vinh Phuc and Thai Binh.<\/p>\n

– Midland and Northern Mountainous Region:<\/strong> Includes 14 provinces: Lao Cai, Lai Chau, Cao Bang, Bac Kan, Hoa Binh, Yen Bai, Thai Nguyen, Dien Bien, Lang Son, Son La, Bac Giang, Tuyen Quang, Ha Giang and Phu Tho, along with 21 districts and 1 town in the western areas of the two provinces of Nghe An and Thanh Hoa.<\/p>\n

\"Which
Which provinces does the Northern region include today?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The North is also known by various names such as Bac Bo, Bac Trieu, Bac Ha, Bac Thanh and Dang Ngoai throughout different historical periods and dynasties. This region is located in the extreme north of Vietnam’s territory, sharing borders as follows:<\/p>\n

– To the East, it borders the East Sea
\n– To the West, it borders Laos
\n– To the North, it borders China
\nThe northern region spans a width of up to 600 km from East to West, making it the largest in comparison to the central and southern regions. The topography of the northern provinces is relatively complex and diverse, featuring a variety of landscapes including hills, plains, coastlines and continental shelves. The surface terrain gradually slopes down from the Northwest to the Southeast, following the flow of major rivers.<\/p>\n

2. List of the latest updated provinces in Northern Vietnam<\/h2>\n

Northern Vietnam is a vast geographical region with strategic importance for the entire country. In terms of natural geography, the provinces in the North are divided into three smaller territories, which include: the Northwest, the Northeast and the Red River Delta. Each area has its own distinct characteristics in terms of geography, administration, climate, natural resources and more.<\/p>\n

2.1. List of provinces in the Northwest region<\/h3>\n

The Northwest region comprises 6 provinces located along the upper reaches of the Red River, including: Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Son La and Hoa Binh.<\/p>\n

List of 6 Northwestern provinces<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Number<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nProvince<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nAdministrative code<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nArea (km2)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPopulation (people)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPopulation density (people\/km2)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1<\/td>\nSon La<\/td>\n210<\/td>\n14.109,83<\/td>\n1.300.100<\/td>\n91<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nDien Bien<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n9.539,93<\/td>\n635.921<\/td>\n66<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nLai Chau<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n9.068,73<\/td>\n482.000<\/td>\n53<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nYen Bai<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n6.892,67<\/td>\n847.200<\/td>\n122<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nLao Cai<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n6.364,25<\/td>\n770.600<\/td>\n121<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nHoa Binh<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n4.590,3<\/td>\n877.560<\/td>\n190<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\"Provinces
Provinces in the Northwest region<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Covering an area of 50,576 square kilometers, the Northwest region is known as the largest territorial area in Vietnam. It boasts extensive forested areas and diverse land, favorable for forestry development. Moreover, the region is rich in mineral resources such as copper, zinc, lead, rare earth minerals, etc., facilitating the development of mining and mineral processing industries. The tourism sector in the Northwest region is also gradually thriving due to its spectacular natural landscapes, diverse ecosystems and cool climate throughout the year.<\/p>\n

2.2. List of Northeastern provinces<\/h3>\n

The Northeast region has 9 provinces and cities including: Cao Bang, Thai Nguyen, Ha Giang, Bac Giang, Quang Ninh, Bac Kan, Phu Tho, Tuyen Quang, Lang Son.<\/p>\n

List of 9 Northeastern provinces<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Number<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nProvince<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nAdministrative code<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nArea (km2)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPopulation (people)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPopulation density (people\/km2)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1<\/td>\nQuang Ninh<\/td>\n22<\/td>\n6.120,79<\/td>\n1.398.732<\/td>\n250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nBac Kan<\/td>\n06<\/td>\n4.859,96<\/td>\n323.712<\/td>\n67<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nHa Giang<\/td>\n02<\/td>\n7.927,55<\/td>\n892.700<\/td>\n113<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nPhu Tho<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n3.534,56<\/td>\n1.516.900<\/td>\n429<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nBac Giang<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n3.895,89<\/td>\n1.890.92<\/td>\n481<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nTuyen Quang<\/td>\n08<\/td>\n5.867,95<\/td>\n805.800<\/td>\n137<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nLang Son<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n9.310,18<\/td>\n802.100<\/td>\n96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nCao Bang<\/td>\n04<\/td>\n6.700,39<\/td>\n543.100<\/td>\n81<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nBac Giang<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n3.895,89<\/td>\n1.890.925<\/td>\n481<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Northeast is a territory in the northeast of the North, with mainly low mountainous terrain and surrounded by many archipelagos, large and small islands. This area is limited to the East and North by the Vietnam-China border; Southeast facing the Gulf of Tonkin; The south is limited by the Tam Dao mountain range and the Red River Delta.<\/p>\n

\"Provinces
Provinces in the Northeast region<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With an area of 50,576 square kilometers, the Northwest is known as the region with the largest territory in Vietnam. It features vast forested areas and diverse land, which are conducive to forestry development. Additionally, this region is rich in various minerals such as copper, zinc, lead and rare earth elements, facilitating the development of mining and mineral processing industries. The tourism sector in the Northwest is also gradually thriving, thanks to its majestic natural landscapes, beautiful ecosystems and mild climate year-round.<\/p>\n

2.3. Red River Delta area<\/h3>\n

The Red River Delta region is divided into 10 provinces and cities, including 8 provinces: Bac Ninh, Hai Duong, Nam Dinh, Ha Nam, Thai Binh, Ninh Binh, Hung Yen, Vinh Phuc and 2 centrally run cities. are Hanoi and Hai Phong.<\/p>\n

List of 8 provinces in the Red River Delta region<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Number<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nProvince<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nAdministrative code<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nArea (km2)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPopulation (people)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPopulation density (people\/km2)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1<\/td>\nBac Ninh<\/td>\n27<\/td>\n822,71<\/td>\n1.488.250<\/td>\n1.809<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nHa Nam<\/td>\n35<\/td>\n861,93<\/td>\n978.100<\/td>\n1.135<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nHa Noi<\/td>\n01<\/td>\n3.359,82<\/td>\n8.436.700<\/td>\n2.511<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nHai Duong<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n1.668,28<\/td>\n1.946.800<\/td>\n1.167<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nHung Yen<\/td>\n33<\/td>\n930,20<\/td>\n1.302.000<\/td>\n1400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nHai Phong<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n1.526,52<\/td>\n2.088.000<\/td>\n1368<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nNam Dinh<\/td>\n36<\/td>\n1.668,83<\/td>\n1.876.900<\/td>\n1.125<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nNinh Binh<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n1.411,78<\/td>\n1.010.700<\/td>\n716<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nThai Binh<\/td>\n34<\/td>\n1.584,61<\/td>\n1.878.500<\/td>\n1185<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10<\/td>\nVinh Phuc<\/td>\n26<\/td>\n1236<\/td>\n1.204.300<\/td>\n969<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

The Red River Delta (or Northern Delta) is a territory located in the lower reaches of the Red River and Thai Binh River. The terrain of this region is primarily characterized by large, flat plains, with a maximum elevation of 1.2 meters above sea level. The landscape gradually slopes downward from the Northwest to the Southeast. The geographical location of the Red River Delta on the map is as follows:<\/p>\n

– To the East and Southeast, it faces the Gulf of Tonkin.
\n– To the West and Northwest, it borders the Northwest region.
\n– To the Southwest, it borders the North Central region.
\n– To the North and Northeast, it borders the Northeast region.<\/p>\n

\"Provinces
Provinces in the Red River Delta region<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This region is known to have the highest population density in Vietnam. As of 2021, the population of the Red River Delta was 21,848,913 people, accounting for approximately 22.3% of the total population of the country. The population density reached 1,450 people\/km\u00b2, with the majority being ethnic Kinh.<\/p>\n

3. Detailed map of Northern provinces and cities<\/h2>\n

Thus, we have explored the provinces that currently make up the northern region. To provide you with a detailed perspective on the northern area of Vietnam, Maison Office has compiled the map of northern provinces and detailed administrative information for each region below:<\/p>\n

Map of Son La Province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Son La province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Son La is a province in the Northern region with 12 administrative units, including Son La City and 11 districts: Ma River, Muong La, Moc Chau, Quynh Nhai, Bac Yen, Van Ho, Mai Son, Thuan Chau, Sop Cop, Phu Yen and Yen Chau.<\/p>\n

Map of Lai Chau province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Lai Chau province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lai Chau province is divided into 8 district-level administrative units, including Lai Chau city and 7 districts: Nam Nhun, Sin Ho, Than Uyen, Muong Te, Tan Uyen, Phong Tho, Tam Duong.<\/p>\n

Map of Hoa Binh province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Hoa Binh province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The administrative unit of Hoa Binh province currently includes Hoa Binh city and 9 districts: Kim Boi, Mai Chau, Da Bac, Lac Son, Lac Thuy, Yen Thuy, Luong Son, Cao Phong, Tan Lac.<\/p>\n

Map of Dien Bien province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Dien Bien province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dien Bien province is currently divided into 10 district-level administrative units. These include: Dien Bien Phu city, Muong Lay town and 8 districts: Muong Nhe, Dien Bien, Dien Bien Dong, Muong Cha, Tua Chua, Muong Ang, Nam Po, Tuan Giao.<\/p>\n

Map of Lao Cai province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Lao Cai province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lao Cai is a province in Northern Vietnam, with 9 district-level administrative units under it. These include: Lao Cai city, Sa Pa town and 7 districts: Van Ban, Muong Khuong, Bao Yen, Bao Thang, Si Ma Cai, Bac Ha, Bat Xat.<\/p>\n

Map of Ha Giang province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Ha Giang province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ha Giang map is currently divided into 11 district-level administrative units. This includes 1 Ha Giang city and 10 districts: Yen Minh, Vi Xuyen, Hoang Su Phi, Xin Man, Bac Quang, Meo Vac, Bac Me, Quan Ba, Dong Van, Quang Binh.<\/p>\n

Map of Cao Bang province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Cao Bang province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The administrative unit of Cao Bang province currently includes Cao Bang city and 9 districts: Bao Lac, Nguyen Binh, Quang Hoa, Thach An, Ha Quang, Bao Lam, Trung Khanh, Ha Lang, Hoa An.<\/p>\n

Map of Quang Ninh province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Quang Ninh province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Quang Ninh province currently has 13 district-level administrative units under it. Which includes 4 cities: Ha Long, Mong Cai, Cam Pha, Uong Bi; 2 towns: Dong Trieu, Quang Yen and 7 districts: Binh Lieu, Dam Ha, Ba Che, Co To, Tien Yen, Van Don, Hai Ha.<\/p>\n

Map of Lang Son province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Lang Son province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Administrative map of Lang Son province has 11 district-level administrative units. These include 10 districts: Dinh Lap, Loc Binh, Cao Loc, Chi Lang, Van Quang, Bac Son, Huu Lung, Van Lang, Binh Gia, Trang Dinh and Lang Son city.<\/p>\n

Map of Bac Kan province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Bac Kan province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The administrative unit of Bac Kan province currently includes Bac Kan city and 7 districts: Cho Moi, Pac Nam, Cho Don, Bach Thong, Ngan Son, Na Ri, Ba Be.<\/p>\n

Map of Bac Ninh province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Bac Ninh province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bac Ninh is currently divided into 8 district-level administrative units. Which includes 2 cities: Bac Ninh, Tu Son; 2 towns: Que Vo, Thuan Thanh and 4 districts: Yen Phong, Gia Binh, Tien Du, Luong Tai.<\/p>\n

Map of Hai Duong province<\/h3>\n
\"Map
Map of Hai Duong province<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hai Duong province is currently divided into 12 district-level administrative units. Specifically, including 2 cities: Hai Duong and Chi Linh; 1 Kinh Mon town and 9 districts: Binh Giang, Thanh Ha, Thanh Mien, Nam Sach, Ninh Giang, Gia Loc, Kim Thanh, Cam Giang, Tu Ky.<\/p>\n

Map of Hanoi capital<\/h3>\n

The capital Hanoi leads the Northern provinces in the number of affiliated administrative units. Accordingly, Hanoi currently has:<\/p>\n