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The Factory

The Factory is a contemporary art space located in District 2 of Ho Chi Minh. The arts center exhibits upcoming local artists while providing them with visibility and support. A trendy cafe and bar accompany the gallery, and the centre is one of the best places to get a taste of the Vietnamese art scene.

Located in District 5, Thien Hau Pagoda is a 19th-century Buddhist temple dedicated to the Lady of the Sea, Goddess Mazu. The temple features intricate carvings and lanterns on the outer courtyard, while inside are vibrant dioramas that depict scenes from a Chinese city. You can wander inside for free. The main dais houses the three statutes of Mazu flanked by her guardians. The temple is dedicated to Thien Hau, the Sea Goddess in Chinese mythology. The word Thien Hau is, in fact, the Vietnamese adaptation of the word Tianhou or the "Empress of the Heaven". This temple is dedicated to the sea goddess who was once a Fujian girl, Mazu. She is believed to have saved members of her family from the disaster at sea through her spiritual powers. It is now believed that she guards and rescues people at sea by flying on a cloud. Read More

Located in District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City, Ton Duc Thang Museum celebrates the peace-loving President Thang' life and achievements. Eight display wards showcase photographs and artefacts from Duc Thangs upbringing, education, his presidency and his 15 year-stay at the Con Dao Prison. The Museum is a must-visit for history buffs. Ton Duc Thang Museum is dedicated to Ton Duc Thang, the first president of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. It was built on his 100th birthday as a mark of respect in 1988. He was the first Vietnamese to receive the Lenin Peace Award and also the only Vietnamese to participate in the anti-war activities of 1917. This museum showcases photographs and artifacts that depict the life of Ton Duc Thang. There are 8 well-organised galleries here, depicting different phases of the President's life, as well as the struggles and works undertaken by him. The Ceremony room has records of his childhood including pictures of his hometown and school in An Giang and O Moi Boat Station. The most interesting is the Con Son Pearl Exhibition Room which houses gruesome illustrations about the 15 years he spent in Con Dao Prison.This museum is a great place to get an insight into the life of this Noble leader.How to Reach Ton Duc Thang MuseumTon Duc Thang Museum is located on Ton Duc Thang Street, 500 meters away from Bach Dang Harbor Garden. You can either take bus numbers 3, 19, 45 to Cong Tuong Me Linh Bus Stop or bus numbers 56, 88 to Ngo Van Nam, both a short walk to reach Ton Duc Thang MuseumTon Duc Thang Museum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Source)Ton Duc Thang Museum is a perfect to explore the history of Vietnam through the eyes of its first president. This museum with all its artifacts and photographs is a worth a visit. Read More

Traditional herb shops line the pathway between D Luong Nhu Hoc and D Trien Quan Phuc in Cholon, and are a must-visit while visiting Ho Chi Minh. The streets are filled with amazing sights, sounds and smells, are sure to be etched into your memory. For an authentic Vietnamese experience, stroll around on these streets and maybe even find a remedy for that common cold.

Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument in Ho Chi Minh City is a memorial that honours the Buddhist monk's final act of courage in the face of religious discrimination. He self-immolated in the middle of a busy road to protest the killings of Buddhists by then-president Ngo Dinh Diem. The act has been immortalized by a memorial that shows him wreathed in flames in front of a bas-relief. On his memory and to keep his brave deed alive in the hearts of the people, the Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument was built in 2010 as a memorial, around the corner of the same intersection, where he self-immolated. The park consists of an elevated structure of Quang Duc, encompassed into rising flames. It is truly a peaceful place. Learning the story of Quang Duc will help you understand a little bit of Vietnam's history, as this sacrifice is not to be sympathized but to be acknowledged. Malcolm Brown, an American journalist, photographed the incident. His photographs act as the ultimate evidence to this horrific yet heroic incident. Read More

Located in District 3 of Ho Chi Minh City, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is the largest Mahayana pagoda in the city and the first one to incorporate traditional Vietnamese elements in a concrete structure. The temple is dedicated to Gautama Buddha and two bodhisattvas, and features a large Buddha statue surrounded by wooden carvings of the sacred animals - dragon, unicorn, tortoise and phoenix. Covering an area of 6000 sq metres, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is the largest Mahayana Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. It is the first traditional Vietnamese style pagoda to be built with concrete. This pagoda is visited by a large number of people to pray and seek blessings of Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama and Samantabhadra. Since the complex was built by Japan Vietnam Friendship Association, a beautiful Japanese style Buddha statue can also been seen in the pagoda. This statue is surrounded by two goddesses and wooden carvings of the four sacred animals including unicorn, dragon, tortoise and phoenix. Read More

Opened to the public in 1975, the War Remnant Museum documents the atrocities of the Vietnam War and is visited by millions of people every year. The museum has over 20,000 artifacts and items on display, documenting Vietnam's grueling, painful, heroic struggle for independence, including the french guillotine, the 'tiger cages' where prisoners were kept, and photographs of 'Agent Orange', a chemical spray that led to widespread genetic defects. There are also fighter planes and tanks on display. One corner of the ground outside the museum is devoted to the French and South Vietnamese prisons on Phu Quoc and Con Son islands. Read More

The biggest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh, Xa Loi Pagoda is as famous for it dramatic history as it is for its beautiful statues, towers and intricately carved panels. Once the centre of Buddhism, the complex was home to renowned Buddhist monk Thich Quang Duc. It was raided by Army officials in 1963 for being a site of dissent against the Roman Catholic president Ngo Dinh Diem. Spread over 2500 square metres, this pagoda is the biggest in Vietnam. It has previously been the Buddhist headquarters in South Vietnam. The Xa Loi Pagoda opened its doors to the general public on 2nd May 1958. Built to hold the relics of Gautam Buddha, the pagoda has aptly been named "Xa Loi" which is the Vietnamese term for relics. One of the noteworthy sites inside this 7 storeyed pagoda is the 32-metre tall bell tower; the highest in Vietnam. There is also the main ceremonial hall, a painting of Bodhidharma and a large statue of Gautam Buddha within the premises.Located in District 3 of Ho Chi Minh City, at 89B Ba Huyen, Thanh Quan, the Xa Loi Pagoda can easily be reached by Uber or even via Google Maps. You can also take bus numbers 30, 54, 91 and 150, arriving at Benh Vien Mat TPHCM Bus Station. It takes 5 minutes to walk from this bus stop to reach the Xa Loi Pagoda. Read More

There are multiple river cruises in Ho Chi Minh City to choose from. The exotic sunset and dinner cruises are the most popular, which include large cruise boats hosting guests with delectable food, live music, and more. In addition, private romantic leisure cruises or even speedboat cruises are offered. For more sightseeing enthusiasts, daytime cruises along the Mekong river and floating market canal cruises are available.