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Me Linh Square

Me Linh Square is a scenic spot across the Saigon river located in Ho CHi Minh. Trees and benches line the square to offer a relaxing getaway in natureÃs lap, while a statue of Vietnamese military hero Tran Hung Dao stands tall in the background. Tran Hung Dao was a 13th century general who defeated Mongol invaders thrice, in addition to authoring various war treatises.

The Military Museum in Ho Chi Minh is one of the few museums whose interior exhibits are not as fascinating as the outdoor displays. The historical attraction is devoted to the 1975 spring offensive launched by President Ho Chi Minh against South Vietnam that led to its capitulation. Weaponry displayed at the museum include Soviet and American tanks that were actually used during the war.

Modernity and tradition come together at the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine and Pharmacy. Located in District 10 of Ho Chi Minh, the museum features more than 3,000 exhibits that date all the way back to the stone age. Herbal concoctions, vessels, wines, shops, scales, cabinets-all find a place in the 16 floors here A very unique museum, here you get a look into the art of ancient Vietnamese Medicine and its history dating back to the Stone Age. The Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine, often called Fito Museum is one of many in a chain of privately owned museums. Spread over 6 floors and 24 rooms, it covers everything from history and sculptures, books, influencers and tools and machinery that were used to make medicines. Vietnamese medicine has heavy Chinese influences, and that is evident in the museum- even its architecture and decor, with red and gold lacquered plaques. It is a very well designed and equipped museum and leaves one with a lot of information about Vietnamese medicine. Read More

Specializing in Vietnamese history and Southeast Asian history before the colonial era, the Museum of Vietnamese History provides a beginner’s guide to understanding Vietnam. It is located inside Ho Chi Minh City's botanic gardens and zoo in District 1. It includes exhibits like wooden coffins, royal jewelry, and even a mummified body spread across 19 permanent exhibitions. Formerly known as Saigon National Museum, it was renamed the Museum of Vietnamese History. However, it’s not to be confused with the National Museum of Vietnamese History which is located in Hanoi. Even if you’re not a history buff, the museum’s surrounding gardens and promenade make for a wonderfully peaceful experience. Read More

Located in Cholon in District 5, Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda is a Buddhist temple dedicated to the deified general Quan Cong, who belonged to the Han Dynasty of 3nd century. The temple features ornate woodwork and lively paintings, and the main statue looks down from a glass case.The statue of Ong Bon, the guardian of happiness and virtue also stands to one side. Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda is proof of the multicultural nature of Ho Chi Minh City. Built by migrated Chaozhou Chinese in the early 19th century, the pagoda is an ode to the influence of the Chaozhou Chinese on Vietnamese culture. Also known as the Whale Temple, its ornate and delicate woodwork make it a remarkable sight. The entrance of the temple is decked with a large engraving of a wooden boat. To the left of it is a large depiction of Quan Cong’s horse and groom. Quan Cong, the deified Chinese general from the Three Kingdoms period, is depicted in a glass altar behind the main altar. The temple celebrates Quan De Ceremony to show gratitude towards Quan Cong, on 24th of June based on the lunar calendar. There are a number of Chinese temples in Ho Chi Minh built by the Chaozhou Chinese, but Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda is one of the most beautiful and intricately designed. The traditional architecture perfectly reflects the aspects of their culture and religious heritage. Read More

Nguyen Hue Street is a beautiful pedestrian-only promenade in District 1. A major tourist hub, the street has a buzzing nightlife. It is a perfect place to stroll, lined with quaint cafes and trendy shops. There is also a large statue of Ho Chi Minh with a fountain show and live street performance every evening. The broad walkway is surrounded by the Rex Hotel and People's Committee building, all examples of elegant French architecture. Take a seat at a bench under one of the shady trees or walk to the other side to the Saigon river for a cool breeze. Read More

A paradise for book lovers, Nguyen Van Binh or Book Street is a 100m stretch of book shops, kiosks, stalls and cafes that are perfect for a literary getaway. Shady trees line the street where many publishing houses seek to promote their books. Fiction, Non-Fiction, Travelogues, Children's literature - all genres can be found here. Some of the shops even sell postcards and second-hand books at throwaway prices. Imagine a street of approximately 100 m which has book stalls, shops, kiosks and even book-themed cafe which are nothing less than a blessing for literature fanatics. Bibliophiles, Vietnam has got something which you are going to absolutely love - Ngyugen Van Binh or Book Street in the wonderful Ho Chi Minh City. Opened in 2016, the cosy street, lined with large trees on the sides, welcomes visitors to a book paradise. The coffee shops on the Book Street certainly add on to the experience of the readers who want to sip from their cup of joy as they relax and devour the pages of their favourite read. Read More

Notre Dame Cathedral, Ho Chi Minh City

The most famous religious landmark in Ho Chi Minh, the Notre Dame Cathedral, was constructed by French colonists between 1863 and 1880 and resembles the one in Paris. The cathedral features Romanesque architectural features, a distinct red-brick aspect, stained glass windows, and twin bell towers measuring 58 meters. It is currently under renovation, and you can't explore most of it from the inside. The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon is one of the city’s most loved and important landmarks. A statue of the Virgin Mary stands tall in front of the church. Officially known as the Cathedral Basilica of the Lady of the Immaculate Conception, it retains the aura of grand bygone eras and holy sanctity. Read More

Ong Bon Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh is a Taoist temple dedicated to Ong Bon, the protector of happiness and prosperity. The Chinese-style temple features intricately carved altar, behind which is a gilded cabinet lit up by LED lights for the main deity. Murals of tigers and dragons decorate the walls, where shrines of other deities like Thien Hau and Quan Am can also be found.

Ho Chi Minh City Hall or People's Committee Building in District 1 is both an iconic landmark as well as an administrative institution. The structure was designed by French architect Gardes, and features embossed statues of women and children and bas-reliefs on the outside. During evenings, the building lights up with LED lights and provides a great photo-op. However, the hall isn't open to the public as it is used for government purposes. People's Committee Building or the Ho Chi Minh City Hall, built in 1898, was earlier a French hotel named Hotel de Ville. It was constructed by Gardes and is the oldest French-inspired building in Ho Chi Minh City. Currently, it serves as the Ho Chi Minh City Hall. Since the building is used by the government as a workplace, people are not allowed to go inside. But the edifice of the building is worth witnessing because of its beautiful architecture. Read More