Sơn La province
Tỉnh Sơn La | |
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Coordinates: 21°10′N 104°0′E / 21.167°N 104.000°E | |
Country | Vietnam |
Region | Northwest |
Capital | Sơn La |
Subdivision | 1 city, 11 rural districts |
Government | |
• Type | Province |
• Body | Sơn La Provincial People's Council |
• Chairman of People's Council | Nguyễn Thái Hưng |
• Chairman of People's Committee | Hoàng Quốc Khánh |
Area | |
• Province | 14,123.5 km2 (5,453.1 sq mi) |
Population (2022)
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• Province | 1,300,000 |
• Density | 92/km2 (240/sq mi) |
• Urban | 202,589 |
Ethnic groups | |
• Thái | 53.61% |
• Vietnamese [4] | 16.26% |
• Mông | 16.06% |
• Mường | 6.78% |
• Xinh Mun | 2.17% |
• Others | 5.12% |
GDP [5] | |
• Province |
VND 47.223 trillion US$ 2.051 billion |
Time zone | UTC+7 ( ICT) |
Area codes | 212 |
ISO 3166 code | VN-05 |
Website |
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Sơn La (Vietnamese: [ʂəːn˧˧ laː˧˧] ⓘ) is a province nestled in the northwestern part of Vietnam, renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The province is characterized by rolling hills, lush valleys, and terraced rice fields that paint a mesmerizing tapestry of green hues. Home to diverse ethnic communities, including the Thai, H'Mong, and Muong people, Son La showcases a vibrant mosaic of traditions and customs.
Sơn La Dam, the largest hydroelectric power station in Southeast Asia. [6] is located in this province.
Sơn La is subdivided into 12 district-level sub-divisions and 204 commune-level sub-divisions:
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