The name of Nha Trang was first used in 1653, when the Viets officially placed their sovereignty over this territory. In the oceanic region of Nha Trang there are 19 islands, 2, 500 households and about 15, 000 people living on these islands. The largest island, named Hon Tre, has a surface of 36 sq. km; it protects the bay of Nha Trang from the open sea and makes the bay calm without big winds and waves. Sea Side hotel is located on the right Nharang beach. Its 20 room are beautifully decorated and appointed with modern furnitures.