Tallest Mountains in Vietnam
Vietnam’s most significant peaks are concentrated in the northwest of the country, specifically within the Hoang Lien Son range. This range is often referred to as the “Tonkinese Alps” and represents the southeastern extremity of the Himalayan mountain system.
The following table lists the 10 tallest mountains in Vietnam.
| Rank | Mountain Name | Elevation (m) | Elevation (ft) | Location (Province) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fansipan | 3,143 | 10,312 | Lao Cai / Lai Chau |
| 2 | Pusilung | 3,083 | 10,115 | Lai Chau (Border) |
| 3 | Putaleng | 3,049 | 10,003 | Lai Chau |
| 4 | Ky Quan San (Bach Moc Luong Tu) | 3,046 | 9,993 | Lao Cai / Lai Chau |
| 5 | Khang Su Van | 3,012 | 9,882 | Lai Chau (Border) |
| 6 | Ta Lien Son | 2,996 | 9,829 | Lai Chau |
| 7 | Phu Si Lung | 2,985 | 9,793 | Lai Chau |
| 8 | Pa Nam Cum | 2,967 | 9,734 | Lai Chau |
| 9 | Nam Kang Ho Tao | 2,881 | 9,452 | Lao Cai / Lai Chau |
| 10 | Ta Xua | 2,865 | 9,400 | Yen Bai / Son La |