Nho Quan
Definition
Proper Noun: - A district: Nho Quan is a district located in the northwest of Ninh Binh province, Vietnam. It is characterized by low hilly terrain interspersed with valleys. - A town: Nho Quan is also the name of the township that serves as the district's administrative capital.
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Nho Quan là một huyện của tỉnh Ninh Bình. (Nho Quan is a district of Ninh Binh province.)
- Thị trấn Nho Quan là huyện lị. (Nho Quan township is the district capital.)
- Rừng Cúc Phương nằm ở huyện Nho Quan. (Cuc Phuong Forest is located in Nho Quan district.)
Advanced Usage
- The name "Nho Quan" has historical significance. The district was officially re-established under this name in 1993 after periods of merger and division with neighboring districts.
Variants and Related Words
- Huyện Nho Quan: Nho Quan District.
- Thị trấn Nho Quan: Nho Quan Township.
Synonyms
- District: an administrative division.
- Township: a small town serving as an administrative center.
Related Information
- Geography: The district has an area of 489 square kilometers. Its terrain slopes from the northwest to the southeast.
- Landmark: A significant portion (approximately 70%) of the famous Cuc Phuong National Park lies within Nho Quan district.
- Transportation: National Highway 15 runs through the northern part of the district.