Xuyên Mộc District

Xuyên Mộc is a rural district of Bà Rịa–Vũng Tàu Province in the Southeast region of Vietnam. As of 2003 the district had a population of 132,117.[1] The district covers an area of 642 km².[1]

Xuyên Mộc District

Huyện Xuyên Mộc
District
Country Vietnam
RegionSouth East
ProvinceBà Rịa–Vũng Tàu
CapitalPhước Bửu
Area
 • Total248 sq mi (642 km2)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total162,356
Time zoneUTC+7 (Indochina Time)

This city is home to primitive forest in which there exists a significant elephant population. Xuyên Mộc is noted for its hot spring in Bình Châu - Phước Bửu natural reserve which is available to tourists. Xuyên Mộc is located by the South China Sea and is famous for its white sand, unspoilt beaches and delicious seafood which provides tourists with authentic experiences of Vietnam coastal life. The most famous beaches in the area are Hồ Tràm Beach, which is starting to see numerous new high end developments come up, including The Grand Hồ Tràm Strip (formerly known as MGM Hồ Tràm Casino & Resort), Melia Ho Tram Beach Resort and several additional private developments along the main Hồ Tràm Beach. Hồ Cốc beach nearby is also home to pristine seas and beautiful natural surroundings and makes for popular weekend escapes for Ho Chi Minh City residents.

Administrative divisions

The district is divided into one township, the capital of Phước Bửu, and 12 communes: Phước Thuận, Phước Tân, Xuyên Mộc, Bông Trang, Bàu Lâm, Hòa Bình, Hòa Hưng, Hòa Hiệp, Hòa Hội, Bưng Riềng, Tân Lâm and Bình Châu.

References
  1. "Districts of Vietnam". Statoids. Retrieved March 13, 2009.


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