Vietnam is well-known for many of the most beautiful and charming beaches in the world. Vietnamese is the sole official and national language of Vietnam. As a communist country, Vietnam has no official religion. Overall, Vietnam is a safe country. According to the ranking of the friendliest countries in the world in 2021, Vietnam is ranked 9th out of the top 10 most foreigner-friendly countries in the world. Hanoi uses the Vietnamese Dong as its official currency. Each dong is divided into 100 dong. While you’re in Vietnam, you’ll see the symbol ₫ in shops and restaurants.

Vietnamese food is a blend of Chinese and Thai styles and features seafood and homegrown fruits and vegetables. Vietnamese are hardworking people. A typical Vietnamese meal includes rice, a meat or seafood dish, a vegetable dish, soup and fish sauce for dipping. At fine Vietnamese restaurants, each place setting is likely to include a salad plate with a rice bowl centered on top. Vietnam growing popularity among Indian tourists has led to a surge in Indian cuisine options. While non-vegetarian Indian food is more readily available, vegetarian options are also gaining traction.

Vietnam is a magical country with plenty to offer expats. Many expats come for the incredible landscapes and top-quality local food, then stay for the warm climate and low cost of living in Vietnam. Vietnam tops list of most affordable countries for expats, while India ranks 6th. The most popular sports in Vietnam include soccer, table tennis, volleyball, and martial arts.

Vietnam has long been a major producer of cement. The chemical industry has been growing, with fertilizer being its most important product. Steel is a major part of Vietnam’s heavy industry. Because of their high prices, cement, fertilizer, and steel are among the greatest contributors to the country’s economic sector.