The thriving and friendly nation of Vietnam has succesfully overcome its tormented history to emerge an inviting and diverse travel destination. With a favorable geographic location and a unique vertical shape covering several climate zones Vietnam offers a wide variety of ecosystems and topographic features. Explore the otherwordly scenery of Halong Bay, spend time with hill tribes in the North, luxuriate at lush beach resorts and be part of the action in the exciting cities, Vietnam has it all.
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Vietnam is home to more than 50 distinct ethnic groups, many of which have their own language, culture and religious beliefs. Even though they represent some of the more common people you will come across during your visit, the ethnic groups listed below are but a small selection of the fascinating people that populate Vietnam.
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They are the majority ethnic group of Vietnam, comprising 86% of the population and are officially known as Kinh to distinguish them from other ethnic groups in Vietnam. |
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Known as the Miao in China and with nearly 500,000 inhabitants the H'Mong occupy 0.8% of the Vietnamese population. They speak a distinct language and have their own unique customs. | ||||
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Belonging to MaLai-Da Dao linguistic group, the Cham people remain influenced by matriarchy and Indian culture. The ancient Cham writing is Sanskrit-based. Hinduism is their principal religion.. |
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The Muong people inhabit the mountainous region of northern Vietnam, concentrated in Hoa Binh Province and the mountainous districts of Thanh Hoa Province. They are most closely related to the ethnic Vietnamese. | ||||