Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A province: A province located in the southwestern region of Vietnam, sharing a border with Cambodia.
   • A geographical and administrative entity: Refers to the specific area known for its diverse topography, including mountainous zones, plains, and an extensive river and canal network, primarily formed by the Mekong River.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • An Giang is famous for its floating season.
  • We traveled to An Giang to visit the Sam Mountain.
  • The economy of An Giang relies heavily on agriculture and aquaculture.

Advanced Usage

• "An Giang province": The full official name in English.
  • An Giang province has a rich cultural heritage from the Kinh, Khmer, Cham, and Hoa ethnic groups.

Variants and Related Words

• Tỉnh An Giang: The Vietnamese term for An Giang Province.
  • Tỉnh An Giang có diện tích 3.424 km². (An Giang Province has an area of 3,424 km².)

Key Characteristics (Contextual Information)

• Topography: Features hilly areas in the northwest, acidic floodplain depressions, and eastern plains. Includes landmarks like Núi Vó Bò and Núi Rồng (Dragon Mountain, 716m).
• Hydrography: Traversed by the Mekong River, specifically the Tiền River along its eastern border and the Hậu River through its center, along with numerous canals.
• Climate: Has a tropical monsoon climate with a distinct "floating season" (rising water season) from June to December.
• Demographics: Population includes Kinh, Khmer, Cham, and Hoa ethnic groups.