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Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Population | 5,585,556 | 3,400,000 | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 15,520,000 |
Official language(s) | Catalan, Spanish | German | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Turkish |
Level of English | High | Very high | Low | Moderate | Low |
Main airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Ná»™i BÃ i International Airport (HAN) | Istanbul Airport (IST) |
Most common months to visit | April - June, September - November | May - September | February - May | January, February, October - December | April - June, September and October |
Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | TRY - Turkish Lira (₺) |
Credit cards | Accepted almost evewhere | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted in most places |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
Average monthly costs | $2384 | $2200 | $959 | $1167 | $659 |
Rent | $932 | $939 | $316 | $503 | $354 |
Groceries | $121 | $188 | $161 | $151 | $44 |
Dining out | $403 | $271 | $128 | $134 | $81 |
Cafe | $45 | $57 | $35 | $39 | $18 |
Coworking space | $213 | $174 | $88 | $72 | $49 |
Mobile internet | $10 | $23 | $4 | $4 | $3 |
Public transportation | $127 | $88 | $15 | $20 | $6 |
Taxis | $48 | $58 | $15 | $13 | $6 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $24 | $17 | $0 | $0 | $2 |
Sport and cultural events | $81 | $64 | $6 | $3 | $11 |
Museums and sights | $33 | $37 | $2 | $4 | $15 |
Nightlife | $112 | $63 | $74 | $89 | $22 |
Gym | $81 | $66 | $34 | $57 | $9 |
Yoga | $93 | $99 | $71 | $57 | $23 |
Massage | $59 | $56 | $10 | $21 | $15 |
SIM card options | Vodafone, Movistar | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Turkcell, Turk Telekom |
Tipping | 5-10% in restaurants if service is exceptional, not expected elsewhere | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | Tip 5-10% in restaurants, cafés and bars |
Taxi apps | Cabify, FreeNow | Mytaxi, Uber | Grab | Grab, GoViet | BiTaksi |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Catalan cuisine makes extensive use of Mediterranean vegetables, legumes mixed with pork in its many varieties, chicken and fish. Regularly mixes sweet and savory flavors in specific dishes. This cuisine is known for being bold in flavor and striking in color, with a variety of specific regional dishes found the culinary hub that is Barcelona. | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | A fusion of cultures creates diverse dishes with bulgur, koftes, stews, eggplants and fish |
Local food specialities | Paella, bombas, esqueixada, pa amb tomáquet, escalivada, crema Catalana, gazpacho, chorizo | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Döner, İçli Köfte, Dondurma, Karnıyarık, Turkish delight |
Eat like a local | Taverns, tapas bars, local markets, bodegas and street food spots | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Traditional breakfasts, street stalls for simit, lahmacun and kokorec, Turkish coffee |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 98 options on HappyCow | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 59 listings on Happy Cow |