Ho Chi Minh city

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Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon) is the largest city in Vietnam in terms of population and urbanization scale. It is also the economic, political, cultural and educational center of Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City is a centrally run city belonging to a special type of urban area in Vietnam along with the capital Hanoi. Thanks to its natural conditions, Ho Chi Minh City becomes a transport hub of Vietnam and Southeast Asia, including road, rail, waterway and air. Saigon was also the capital of Indochina Federation (including Vietnam - Laos - Cambodia - Zhanjiang District of China) from 1887-1901. In 1949, Saigon became the capital of the Republic of Vietnam. Since then, Saigon has been considered the capital and became one of the most important cities of South Vietnam after its division in 1954. After the fall of the Republic of Vietnam in the April 30 incident. In 1975, the Republic of South Vietnam took over the government and decided to merge the Saigon Citadel and Gia Dinh province into Saigon - Gia Dinh City. On July 2, 1976, Vietnam was reunified and the National Assembly of Vietnam unanimously decided to change the name "Saigon - Gia Dinh" to "Ho Chi Minh City", after the first President of Vietnam. Democratic Republic.

Saigon is not only famous for its magnificent and bustling shopping centers, but also known for its rich and diverse cuisine. Saigon's culinary culture is likened to a "mixed hot pot", the convergence of many East-West cultures, ancient and modern. It is for this reason that the cuisine here is increasingly attracting domestic and international tourists to visit and enjoy such as: Broken rice, Trang Bang cake soup, Nam Vang noodle soup, Hue beef noodle soup, Saigon bread , breaking Lau, hot pot with fish sauce...

With a long history with cultural and religious relics for hundreds of years, Saigon is still one of the most young and dynamic cities in the country. Traveling to Saigon, you will have the opportunity to discover famous destinations, unique cuisine and friendly and hospitable people. Some notable destinations include:

Independence Palace: Also known as Reunification Palace, this is the working place of Governor General of Indochina and President Ngo Dinh Diem before the events of April 30, 1975. Up to now, Independence Palace is still one of the most typical architectural works of South Vietnam in the 1960s.
Ben Thanh Market: Built in the late 19th century, Ben Thanh belongs to the top of the oldest markets and is now also one of the busiest markets. Coming to Ben Thanh market, you will be able to freely shop for all kinds of gifts and walk around the market to enjoy all kinds of delicious specialties.
Notre Dame Cathedral Saigon: This is the most unique ancient architecture in Saigon. Notre Dame Cathedral was formed from the years of French colonialism, delicate with unique design, impressive colors of baked bricks make the church even more attractive, both dignified, harmonious and charming. .
Cu Chi Tunnels: Once a resistance base, a solid defense system deep in the ground of our nation during the Indochina war and the Vietnam war. Dubbed the "city in the ground", Cu Chi tunnels not only have a maze-like tunnel system, but also have many rooms, clinics, kitchens, warehouses, offices, ... with a communication system. steam out the bushes in the forest.
For more information about City Tour. Ho Chi Minh City for your trip, HTS International Travel would like to invite you to refer to Ho Chi Minh City travel experience.

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