Vietnam has a tropical monsoon climate that varies from north to south. It has a coastline of over 3,000 km and is located in Southeast Asia. The main religions are Buddhism, Catholicism, and non-religion. There are 54 ethnic groups, with the majority being Kinh. Vietnamese cuisine differs in the north, central, and southern regions. Major traditions include the Lunar New Year festival, which involves family reunions and exchanging gifts, and the Hue Festival, a cultural event featuring music, art, and heritage.