Population: 2.2 million
Nickname: Pearl of Asia
Cultural Fact: In late October, there is a huge Water Festival which celebrates the end of the monsoon season and the reversal of the river flow. There are dragon boat races, fireworks, and a giant city-wide party for a few days.
Climate Fact: A very hot city, which has an incredibly humid part of the year. The average temperature ranges from 72-95.
History Fact: There is an ancient kiln site, which dates back to the 5th century CE (common era for you non-archaeology folks instead of AD).
Sports Fact: The site of the 2023 Southeast Asian Games
Sister City: Long Beach, California
Famous Citizen: François Chau, who played Dr.Chang in Lost
