Indochina or the Indochina Peninsula is a peninsula that juts out from mainland Asia. and is part of the Southeast Asia region The origin of the name Indochina Because this peninsula is located in the south of the People's Republic of China. and in eastern India, the word "Indochina" is derived from the French word "Indochine". and was used during the colonial period

Historically Most Indochina countries have been influenced by India and China culturally. Each country has adopted different cultures from these two nations, for example, Thailand and Laos have been influenced mostly by Indian culture. Vietnam is largely influenced by Chinese culture. Later in the colonial era of western nations Most nations in Indochina have also adopted Western culture