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     In the core of the Mekong Delta , Ho Chi Minh City , formerly known as Saigon , is second the most important in Vietnam after Hanoi. It is not only a commercial center but also a scientific, technological, industrial and tourist center. The city is bathed by many rivers, arroyos and canals, the biggest river being the Saigon River.

    In the 60's and 70's, Saigon was bustling with commerce and business. It was the cultural center and the capital city of South Vietnam. Already heavily influenced by the French in terms of culture and style, the city had an air of a French provincial town with a Vietnamese twist. Saigon was dubbed the "Pearl of the Orient" by the foreign press. The city was alive with activities and cultural diversity that rivaled any Asian city at the time.

    Today, Ho Chi Minh City is the big tourism center in Vietnam, attracting a large of visitors to Vietnam. Despite its quite recent past, Ho Chi Minh City nevertheless possesses various beautiful buildings, displaying a characteristic combination of Vietnamese, Chinese and European cultures. These include Nha Rong (Dragon House Wharf), Quoc To Temple (National Ancestors’ Temple), Xa Tay (Municipal Office), Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theatre as well as many pagodas and churches (Vinh Nghiem, Giac Vien, Giac Lam, Phung Son pagodas...). Cu Chi Tunnels, system of museums, theatres, cultural houses... Recently, many tourist areas are invested such as Thanh Da, Binh Quoi Village, Dam Sen Park, Saigon Water Park, Suoi Tien, Ky Hoa..., which draw numerous tourists.

    After more than 300 years of development, Ho Chi Minh City presents many ancient architectural constructions, famous vestiges and renowned sights. It is remarkable for its harmonious blending of traditional national values with northern and western cultural .

Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City:

Notre Dame Cathedral
City Hall
Municipal Theater
Reunification Palace
Old Sai Gon Post Office
Dragon House Wharf
Ben Thanh Market
Binh Tay Market

China Town
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
Jade Emperor Pagoda
History Museum
War Remnant Museum
Giac Lam Pagoda
Cu Chi Tunnel
Binh Quoi Village

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Ho Chi Minh Stopover Known as a hide-out for the infamous Viet Cong, the Ho Chi Minh City is now a thriving mix of people, colour and activity... detail
Images of Vietnam Travel the length of Vietnam on this weeklong tour, stopping in Saigon (in the south), Hanoi (in the north), and the beaches and small ... detail
Southern VietNam Experience Ho Chi Minh City has appeal whether it be its museums, the Saigon River or Chinatown’s markets, pagodas. The nightlife is also varied, whether you seek a cultured evening or a walk on... detail

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Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon is a 5 star hotel owned and managed by Marriott International, Inc. The hotel has opened its doors for service in 1999... detail
Continental Hotel The Hotel Continental has a rich character and charm of original French colonial architecture. The Hotel was designed by a French architect and ... detail
Oscar Saigon Hotel Vietnam - The name evokes many emotions, many associations. Yet no matter your perceptions, no matter what you expect ... detail

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Top cuisine In Ho Chi Minh City


Banh Chung and banh Tet (Boiled rice and pork cakes) Boiled rice and pork cakes are usually cooked 2-3 days before Tet. Both can be kept for about two weeks in cool temperature. However, after this time they become hard and must be re-boiled ... detail
Banh xeo (Vietnamese crepe-type pancakes ) Banh Xeo are Vietnamese crepe-type pancakes made out of rice flour and coconut milk(optional), and are pan-fried and stuffed with slivers of fatty pork, shrimp, and bean sprouts. ... detail
Banh trang cuon thit heo (Dry pancake roll with pork) Coming to the Central region, you are offered with the service of Banh trang cuon thịt heo. ... detail

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Pacific Airlines suspends flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Buon Me Thuot Pacific Airlines has lately announced its plan to suspend flights between Ho chi minh city to Da lat and Buon Me Thuot cities from August 2008 due to the oil price rise.
Ho Chi Minh City kicks off 4th tourist festival The 4th annual Tourist Day was launched at Ho chi minh City’s Dam Sen Park Friday.
Tours combined with Hue Festival 2008 On the occasion of the Festival Hue 2008, Saigontourist has launched some tours to famous tourist sites in central provinces so that tourists can attend the event from June 3 to 11.