When the night falls, Saigon puts on a gorgeous, charming beauty, the testament for the development of the most modern city in Vietnam.
When the night falls, Saigon puts on a gorgeous, charming beauty, the testament for the development of the most modern city in Vietnam.
With an area of over 2,000 km2 and more than 10 million people, accounting for more than 22% of the country's GDP, Ho Chi Minh City is the largest economic center in Vietnam. The fast development is also a prerequisite for Saigon to become one of the most splendid cities of Southeast Asia.
Quach Thi Trang roundabout in front of Ben Thanh Market, District 1, is always a bustling area.
Bitexco Financial Tower is the new symbol of the city (262m in height, the third highest building in Vietnam after Keangnam and Lotte in Hanoi). This is the most ideal place to watch the Pearl of the Far East with a 360-degree angle.
Vo Van Kiet Boulevard (East West Avenue) is a modern axis connecting the northeast - southwest of the city, creating favorable conditions for transportation to the port of Saigon. The road connects eastern and western provinces without having to go into the city center.
Forty years after the country’s unification, hundreds of buildings have been built in the city to meet the needs of economic integration throughout the country and region. Older structures have been preserved.
The Notre Dame Cathedral, which is 130 years old, is the most prominent architectural work.
Binh Dong Wharf is one of dozens of important wharves of Saigon’s canals, which was the major waterway in the old time, connecting Saigon with six southern provinces. Some old houses of the Chinese are still maintained along the canal.
The head office of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee is located on Le Thanh Ton Street. The building was built from 1898 to 1909 by architect Gardes, simulating the bell towers in the north of France. This is considered a "must-see" place in Saigon.
Dong Khoi, one of the oldest and most beautiful roads of Saigon with a series of luxury works as the Opera House, Caravelle Hotel, Continental Hotel and hundreds of shops selling leading fashion brands in the world.
One of the greatest works of new Saigon is Thu Thiem Tunnel which is 1,490 m long, connecting District 1 and District 2.
This is also a favorite place for the young to see the city at night.
Thu Thiem Tunnel at night. It is 24 m deep below the surface of the Saigon River with six lanes for vehicles running at a maximum speed of 60 km/h.
The face of Saigon is changing with clean canals, demonstrating a modern and civilized city.
(Source: VNN)
