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The name Nghe An appeared in 1036 under the reign of Ly Thai Tong, replacing the name Hoan Chau. Nghe An is known for its traditional thirst for study, many family names, famous study villages. It is the cradle of national and world cultural activists and scientists. Nghe An has Vinh City, the administrative centre of the province, Kim Lien Village, Ho Chi Minh’s hometown, Cua Lo Beach and Cuong temple, in Dien Chau District.
Air Vietnam Airlines flies from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Vinh city’s airport, 4km from the downtown.
Train Train ticket from HCMC to Vinh at VND523,000, from Hanoi to Vinh at VND117,000