Tuy An District (Vietnamese: Huyá»Ân Tuy An) is a rural district (huyá»Ân) in Phú Yên Province in the South Central Coast region of Vietnam. It is known for its coastal landscapes, historical sites, and natural attractions.
Tuy An District is located in the northern part of Phú Yên Province, bordering the East Sea to the east. It has a total area of approximately 408 kmò. The district features a mix of coastal plains, hills, and beaches. Notable natural features include rocky coastlines and lagoons. The district is traversed by National Route 1 and the NorthâÂÂSouth railway. Ongoing infrastructure projects include the Quy Nhán â ChàThạnh and ChàThạnh â Vân Phong expressways.
As of 2025, following administrative reorganizations, Tuy An District consists of 5 communes (xã):
Prior to the 2025 mergers, the district had 1 town (thỠtrấn) and 14 communes.
The area of Tuy An has a long history dating back to the 17th century. From 1611 to 1899, it was part of ÃÂá»Âng Xuân District. In 1899, Tuy An Prefecture was established, encompassing several communes. After the August Revolution in 1945, it was renamed Công ÃÂi Prefecture and later became Tuy An District in 1947. During the Vietnam War era, it was redesignated as a district under various administrations. Post-1975, following reunification, Tuy An was merged and split several times, including a brief merger with ÃÂá»Âng Xuân in 1977 to form Xuân An District, which was dissolved in 1978. Further adjustments occurred in the 1980s and 2000s, with the most recent being the 2020 merger of An Hải and An Hòa into An Hòa Hải, and the major 2025 reorganization reducing the number of administrative units to five communes. Archaeological discoveries include hundreds of ancient stone tombs on A Man Mountain, dating back centuries, whose origins remain mysterious. A set of stone lithophones (ÃÂàn ÃÂá) was discovered in 1990 in An Nghiá»Âp Commune.
The economy of Tuy An is primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and tourism. The district is famous for its watermelon and other melon varieties, particularly in areas like Gành Dða. Coastal communities rely on seafood harvesting and aquaculture. Tourism has grown significantly due to the district's natural beauty and historical sites. Infrastructure improvements, such as the reconstruction of ÃÂng Cá»Âp Bridge, the longest wooden bridge in Vietnam, support local economic development. Recent investments include over 3,400 billion VND for a coastal road connecting Tuy Hòa City to Tuy An.
Tuy An is home to several tourist attractions:
Other sites include Chùa ÃÂá Trắng, Hòn Yến, and ancient ruins.