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Hanging around the Central district of Saigon – District 1
District 1 - the economic, political, entertainment and cultural centre of Ho Chi Minh City (or Saigon) - is a must-visit destination for anyone that comes to the city. The approximately 8 square metre district is home to numerous administrative offices, commercial banks, business headquarters, bunches of hotels, restaurants, cafes, shopping malls and entertainment hubs.
Saigon River – where the river lives the city
The Saigon river has been nurturing Saigon (or Ho Chi Minh City) for over 3 centuries. While the city has become one of the most dynamic cities in the region, the river, like a giant mirror, has reflected all the ups and downs of the city throughout history. The river indeed holds the soul of the city in some sense, which few visitors will miss a chance to explore.
Unmissable museums in Ho Chi Minh City
From the long established museums that are managed by state-owned organisations, to the newly opened private museums, Ho Chi Minh City has more hidden gems to explore for anyone.
Hanging around the Central district of Saigon – District 1
District 1 - the economic, political, entertainment and cultural centre of Ho Chi Minh City (or Saigon) - is a must-visit destination for anyone that comes to the city. The approximately 8 square metre district is home to numerous administrative offices, commercial banks, business headquarters, bunches of hotels, restaurants, cafes, shopping malls and entertainment hubs.
Saigon River – where the river lives the city
The Saigon river has been nurturing Saigon (or Ho Chi Minh City) for over 3 centuries. While the city has become one of the most dynamic cities in the region, the river, like a giant mirror, has reflected all the ups and downs of the city throughout history. The river indeed holds the soul of the city in some sense, which few visitors will miss a chance to explore.
Unmissable museums in Ho Chi Minh City
From the long established museums that are managed by state-owned organisations, to the newly opened private museums, Ho Chi Minh City has more hidden gems to explore for anyone.
Japan Town Saigon: Where It Is, What to Eat, When to Go
Japan Town is considered a miniature version of Japan right in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. Spanning less than 2km, it consists of alleys intersecting between the bustling streets of Le Thanh Ton and Thai Van Lung.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street: What to Do Day and Night
A practical guide to Nguyen Hue Walking Street in Ho Chi Minh City: its canal-to-promenade history, landmarks along the way, things to do nearby and hotels within walking distance.
Top 5 Must visited markets in Ho Chi Minh City District 1
Despite fast economic changes in Saigon, especially in District 1, where new high-rises appear almost every month, the traditional markets still have their own lives, still busy from dawn to dusk, keeping lives for many hawkers and keeping the city’s dynamism. Let us share with you some popular traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh city District 1, right in the heart of the city.
Famous religious sites in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Whether you follow any religious beliefs, or when you come to a new destination, a new city or country and religion is something you want to learn and explore, from architectural works to local religious history, we have a list of religious sites right in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City for you to visit.
Cu Chi Tunnels tour: an exciting historical discovery journey
Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the important historical sites of Vietnam, is located about 70km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City. Cu Chi Tunnels tour not only allows visitors to learn more about history but also to experience the life of the people during the war and the rustic beauty of the Vietnamese countryside.