Explore the famous architecture of over 100 years old Saigon

Travel Saigon without visiting the iconic architectural works of over 100 years old city such as Ben Thanh market, Notre Dame Cathedral , City Post Office, Opera House, ... then it seems that your trip is not complete.

Notre Dame

Cathedral Notre Dame Cathedral is located at the Paris Commune Commune Square, District 1, Saigon with its delicate architecture. France is considered one of the most beautiful, important and almost ancient churches in the city. 

 

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Although more than 100 years old, but this Saigon architecture is still intact. Photo: divui

It has been nearly 140 years since its inauguration and despite experiencing many impacts, this Saigon architecture remains intact, becoming a work not only of religious significance but also a a symbol of the city.

 

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This Saigon architecture is not only of religious significance but also a symbol of the city. Photo: bichdo2801

With the harmonious combination between Roman and Gothic styles, Marseille brick and tile materials, stained glass, and steel frames are all brought from France, thereby bringing a unique work. Rare anywhere.

 

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This work is also a Saigon tourist destination that any tourist wants to visit. Photo: missaodai

All these things turn this place into a tourist destination in Saigon that any visitor to the city must visit and choose this as a "virtual living" spot. Whether it's front of the church, on the side or from afar, just put up the camera and you will have beautiful pictures.

 

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This is also the ideal check-in point for virtual followers. Photo: vnexpress

In addition, if you come here, do not miss the opportunity to try a cup of coffee "flat", Saigon specialties. Enjoying a cup of aromatic coffee at the tree corners, the lawn while watching the majestic cathedral is also a way to explore the pretty indigenous lifestyle.

Ho Chi Minh City Post Office

Located at No. 2 on Paris Commune Square (Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), Ho Chi Minh City Post Office is one of the oldest and typical architectural works of the city. This Saigon architecture is located right next to the Notre Dame Cathedral, so you can visit both at the same time. 

 

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Ho Chi Minh City Post Office is one of the oldest and typical Saigon architectural works of the city. Photo: huubang_nguyenn

This Saigon architecture was built from 1886 - 1891 by the famous French architect Gustave Eiffel, but unlike other French architectural works, this place owns a style harmony between Europe and Asia. 

 

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Saigon architectural works were built from 1886 - 1891. Photo: feather.room 

The first impression of this project is the prominent yellow paint in the Saigon afternoon sun with curved windows. Then when you step inside, you will seem to slow down, because any corner of the Post Office will make you imagine and feel a little bit of old Saigon. 

 

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The first impression of this Saigon architecture is the outstanding yellow paint. Photo: halotraveL

People's Committee Headquarters

As one of the more than 100 years old projects in Ho Chi Minh City, the HCM City People's Committee headquarters is located at 86 Le Thanh Ton, Ben Nghe ward, district 1 designed by architect Femand Gardes. Designed and built from 1989 to 1909 to simulate the bell floor in the North of France with many sophisticated decorative details.

 

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Headquarter of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City is one of the buildings in Saigon over 100 years old. Photo: vietravel

During the French colonial period, this Saigon architecture was named Hôtel de ville in French or the Palace of the West in Vietnamese. At the time of the Republic of Vietnam, it was called the main city of Saigon, the workplace and meeting place of the government. 

 

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This Saigon architectural work has the name Hôtel de ville in French or the Palace of the West in Vietnamese. Photo: vietnam_folktale

From 1975 to now, the building has become the workplace of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City. Through many ups and downs and historical events, the building still retains the ancient Western architecture, attracting a large number of tourists from home and abroad to visit.

 

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From after 1975 up to now, the Saigon architectural project has become the workplace of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: vietcetera

Ben Thanh Market

Another architectural work in Saigon that is over 100 years old can not help but mention the Ben Thanh market, one of the famous symbols of the city. The market was started construction from 1912 until the end of 3/1914, then completed and operated continuously until now.

 

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An architectural work over 100 years old that cannot be ignored is Ben Thanh market. Photo: afamily

This place is not only a normal business market like other markets but also a witness of history witnessing all ups and downs, going through all wars with the city, so it is considered a symbol of the city. . Traveling to Saigon without visiting Ben Thanh market is not considered a complete trip.

 

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Saigon architecture is not only a trading market like other markets but also a witness of history. Photo: yan

Ben Thanh Market is designed in four directions, each store sells separate items, mainly clothes, fabrics, shoes, fashion, handicrafts, fresh food. Life, fruits, fresh flowers and thousands of meaningful souvenirs to send to loved ones and friends.

 

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This Saigon architectural project is designed in four directions of the gate, each door sells separate items. Photo: flickr

In addition to souvenirs and fashion, you can also explore anarea Vietnamese cuisine extremely richfrom all parts of the country such as Hanoi pho, Hue duck cake, My Tho noodle soup, Spring rolls, vermicelli dishes, pancakes ... In addition, you can also experience foreign dishes from Asia such as Thai, Laos, Cambodia ... to European dishes.

 

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Besides souvenirs and fashion, you can also explore a rich culinary area. Photo: @ Shayneshines4

The biggest difference of Ben Thanh Market from other markets Ben Thanh market operates day and night. Around 7:00 pm is the time when Ben Thanh market becomes a sparkling night market with a variety of items and a variety of dishes such as hot pot, barbecue, beer, seafood dishes ... extremely attractive.

HCMC

Theater Ho Chi Minh City Theater, also known as the City Theater or Opera House, is located at Lam Son Square, District 1. This is one of the buildings in Saigon over 100 years old. year. 

 

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Ho Chi Minh City Theater is one of the Saigon architectural works that has been around for more than 100 years. Photo: travelsgcc

City Theater was constructed in 1898 and in 1990 was inaugurated. This work is bold in the style of Baroque architecture, with a distinctly influenced frontage of the Petit Palais Theater in Paris (France).

 

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This Saigon architecture has bold Baroque style of architecture. Photo: vietgiaitri

Located in a convenient location in the city center, the theater is considered a central, multi-functional theater specializing in performing theatrical performances and also used to organize a number of events. big event. In addition, this is also a tourist destination in Ho Chi Minh City that many tourists love. 

Botanical Garden

As the eighth longest-lived zoo in the world, after more than 150 years of existence, the Zoo and Botanical Garden is not only a long-standing Saigon architecture but it has become a "super big reserve". giant "with 590 heads of 125 species, plants with 1,800 trees of 260 species. 

 

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Botanical Garden is not only an old Saigon architecture but it has become a "super huge" sanctuary. Photo: baomoi

This work was built on March 23, 1864, with the first name of the Saigon Botanical Garden, which is located near the downstream of the Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe canal with two entrances located at 2B Nguyen Street. Binh Khiem and No. 1 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai (Ben Nghe Ward, District 1).

 

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This work was built on March 23, 1864. Photo: topdiadiem

The symbol of today's Saigon Zoo is the image of a proud, long-tailed pheasant, an endemic species of Vietnam, whose feathers have countless small white spots like the stars because this is the first zoo. The rare star pheasant has been successfully hatched in captivity, so it is chosen as the symbol. 

 

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The symbol of Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden today is the image of proud star pheasant, long tail. Photo: topdiadiem

Not only possessing all kinds of rare and precious animals, the Zoo also has many excellent check-in corners for virtual devotees. Typical is orchid garden. one of the hottest coordinates here. In addition, the golden wall called "Little Hoi An" in the Museum of flora and fauna is also the ultimate photo-taking place that you should not miss.

 

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Not only possessing all kinds of rare and precious animals, the Zoo and Botanical Garden also has many excellent check-in corners for virtual fans. Photo: topdiadiem

It can be said that Saigon is the most vibrant and bustling city in the country, but mixed a little ancient, a bit of Europe in the heart of Vietnam, which is shown in the works. old architecture. So if you have the opportunity to travel to Ho Chi Minh City, do not forget to visit and admire these wonderful works!

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