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Ho Chi Minh City or formerly known as Sài Gòn is the capital of Vietnam and is also its largest city. Situated along the Mekong River, it doesn't take you long before you can see that despite being independent of the French, there are still many French influences left in this wondrous city
Most historical buildings are designed in the French-European style, from the Notre Dame Cathedral to the City Hall. Even the recent apartment buildings are built with similar styles. Street vendors still sell the jambon & french bread sandwiches (Saigon style of course) and you might bump into someone who speaks French
Another thing that you CANNOT ignore is the motorcycle madness that goes on the streets of Saigon everyday. Motorbikes as far as the eye can see but hardly anyone wearing protection helmets.
Nevertheless, Saigon or Ho Chi Minh city has left me with an unforgettable impression and I would love to return here someday soon
- Pros:Inexpensive to visit, great food & friendly people
- Cons:The traffic & it can be expensive if you don't know
- In a nutshell:Old school colonial city charm
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Made in Vietnam
Shopping
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Again, you can find the same stuff at most markets so I will mention about Ben Thanh market because I found some... more travel advice
Vietnam T-shirts
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You can find many shops selling T-shirts but in Ben Thanh market, you can find many, many stalls where you can choose &... more travel advice
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Personally, the traffic in Saigon leaves little to be desired. Motorcycles are the kings of roads and you will see... more travel advice
Night Market
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After Ben Thanh market closes for the day, another round of business is just starting. The area around Ben Thanh market... more travel advice
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Comments (5)
Goodness Valerie!!....how on earth did you get the traffic to stop?!! ;o) ....I wanna know your secret!! We loved Ho Chi Minh :o) Great page mate! Hugs, Ann.
Thanks for bday greetings. Excellent page of Saigon. Bring back memories, motorcycles, beef noodles, etc.
an interesting page, Valerie ! I still remember to hear about the Vietnam-war everyday on the radio and it is good to know that the country is recovering again...
Good page!
Hi Valerie ! - Your description is excellent and covers all the main features! I stayed there and appreciated the good service, nice roomd´s and amenities as well as the outdoor-pool and excellent restaurant !Greetings to Africa (?) from Vienna, Austria