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Home >> Destinations :> Coastal Lowlands Bordering the South China Sea is the sandy coastal lowlands, which in some places narrow to only 48 kilometers across. On the lowland side, the Truong Son Mountains, also called the Annamite Chain, rises precipitously above the coast, its spurs jutting into the sea at several places. The tallest parts of the range, which stretches westward into Laos, climb about 8,700 feet (2,652m) above sea level. Although not as heavily populated as either delta, the coastal lowlands support fishing and rice farming. Tourism is also important to the region's economy. Most of population lives in towns and villages linked by the railway and Highway 1. Almost the total length of the coastal lowlands is lined with deserted soft white sand beaches. It owns all of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam. So it is an obvious choice for anyone looking for a beach holiday. Falling in the shadows of the Truong Son Mountains, the coastal lowlands are denied significant rainfall from the southwestern monsoon. Much of the coastal strip's precipitation is brought by the northeastern monsoon between December and February. The cold and wet winter weather of the north-central coastal lowlands is accompanied by fog and fine drizzle. Areas north of the 18th Parallel have two seasons: winter and summer. Winter is cool and wet, usually lasting from November to April. February and March are marked by a constant drizzling rain. The hot summers run from May to October. The north is subject to occasional typhoons during the summer months. The coastal lowlands were the heartland of the ancient Cham people in Vietnam. Around forty kilometers from My Khe Beach, you'll find My Son Sanctuary, the spiritual capital of the Cham Kingdom. Its ornate brick towers are replicated at sites all down the coast, with significant remains at Qui Nhon, Nha Trang and Phan Rang. The coastal lowlands are the location of Hue, the old capital of Vietnam and a World Heritage area. Further to the north, Quang Tri province was the place where most of the fiercest battles took place during the American War. The Central Coast can also famous for two of Vietnam’s best National Parks – Bach Ma and Phong Nha, now Vietnam’s fifth World Heritage Area, in the northern section. Except Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang and Phan Thiet where tourism infrastructure is well developed and cultural and beach holidays are fully established, the other places are still little affected by tourism. Travelling in the places, you'll be welcome with friendly smiles of local people and delicious food but only basic accommodation.
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