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Jubilantly opening the Viet Giap Thin Tet Festival 2024

Jubilantly opening the Viet Giap Thin Tet Festival 2024

Jubilantly opening the Viet Giap Thin Tet Festival 2024

Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural House

On the afternoon of January 24, the 2024 Viet Giap Thin Tet Festival officially opened at the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural House, with the theme "Ho Chi Minh City - The city I love". The festival has many Tet celebration activities imbued with national cultural identity, spreading traditional cultural values ​​and spirit.

Attending the opening ceremony were many artists: People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi, Meritorious Artist Tuyet Thu, MC Quynh Hoa, Hien Mai, Ngoc Anh, Kyo York, Dong Quan, Doan Truong, MC Anh Quan, MC Quoc Binh, MC Ngoc Tien , V.Music group…

Attending the opening ceremony were many artists: People's Artist Trinh Kim Chi, Meritorious Artist Tuyet Thu, MC Quynh Hoa, Hien Mai, Ngoc Anh, Kyo York, Dong Quan, Doan Truong, MC Anh Quan, MC Quoc Binh, MC Ngoc Tien , V.Music group…

On the opening day, the artists brought many unique songs: First Spring (composed by Van Cao), Spring and Youth (La Hoi), Spring in Ho Chi Minh City (Xuan Hong), Day Tet in my hometown (Tu Huy)…

In addition to music and art performances and lion and dragon performances, Spring visitors can also enjoy a calligraphy performance to mark the beginning of Spring and write the letters of 30 present-day masters - both modern and fully maintained. old quintessence.

Giving the first word of the year is an extremely profound and meaningful folk custom of our ancestors. Through a request at the beginning of Spring, people express the dreams and aspirations of the whole family throughout that year, and keep themselves, cultivate, and strive to try to achieve their wishes. It can be said that the tradition of "respecting words", "playing with words" and loving calligraphy is the result of the process of cultural exchange and acculturation over many generations, has penetrated deeply into thoughts and emotions and become an important factor in the Vietnamese consciousness.

In particular, right after the opening ceremony was the program "Bring spring - Tet for you" organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Team Council in coordination with PetroVietnam Fertilizer and Chemical Corporation (PVFCCo) and the Youth Cultural House.

During the program, the organizers gave 200 gifts to 200 orphans due to the Covid-19 epidemic, children from poor households, and near-poor households in the city. Each gift is a lucky money bag worth 1 million VND. Delegates and artists present also wrote New Year wishes and gave lucky money to disadvantaged children.

Viet Giap Thin Tet Festival 2024 takes place from January 24 to February 14 (December 14 to the 5th day of the Lunar New Year) with many meaningful activities: Ong Do Street, colorful art installation space Tet, special art programs, Tet care programs, volunteer activities, community...

The Vietnamese Giap Thin 2024 Tet Festival installation art space has the idea of ​​combining installation art and multi-sensory experiences. The main campus inside the Youth Cultural House recreates old Tet images with three-compartment gates, craft villages, wood stoves... The models are stylized based on a combination of ancient and modern styles. grand. Materials used are products of traditional craft villages such as conical hats, roof tiles, fired ceramics, firewood, sedge mats, and jars. This campus is also where photography activities and traditional and folk art performances take place during Tet.

Creating a bustling atmosphere throughout the festival are special art programs: The opera art program "Spring of love - Spring of great happiness"; Southern Don Ca Tai Tu program, combined with exchange performances by Don teachers; reformed program "The Voice of Green Bamboo"; Folk song program "The City I Love"; Bai Choi art performance program in the Central region (Bai Choi singing group "Ah Oi Pho" of Hoi An City Youth Union); traditional musical instrument performance program by students of FPT University; music and dance performances, fashion shows; live shows of singers; liveband youth music programs, lion and dragon performances... These programs are interwoven with shopping and culinary activities that take place continuously, bringing a bustling atmosphere to the exciting last days of the year.

In order to support disadvantaged children and loving homes to enjoy Tet, Vietnamese Tet Festival 2024 also offers many activities such as: Program "Bring spring - Tet for children", program "Connecting love". ..

From 24/01/2024 - 14/02/2024

Discover Ho Chi Minh City

Dam Sen water park

Dam Sen water park

On scorching hot days, everyone wants to immerse themselves in the cool, clear blue water. Coming to Dam Sen water park, you can dispel all the fatigue in life. Dam Sen water park with unbelievable ticket prices will be an ideal tourist destination for all tourists in the days when Saigon "lacks" storms. rain. The harmonious space combined with romantic rivers melts away worries and sadness and also provides energy for a new day. Coming to Dam Sen Water Park, you will immediately feel a green oasis located right in the heart of the city. With 36 modern water game equipment and a cool 3,000m2 wave pool, it promises to bring you many exciting feelings of relaxation. Modern 3000m2 water park with modern wave technology and 31 challenging games. Visitors will experience a cool space like being in a green oasis located in the heart of Saigon. Immerse yourself in healthy yet romantic waves to dispel the fatigue and burdens of life. Recharge your energy for a new working week. When coming to Dam Sen Water Park, you will experience the following games: Children's Pool, Wave Pool, Buoyant Slide 3 - Boomerang, Water Jet Massage, Super Speed ​​- Kamizake, Tornado - Tornado,.. and many other games.

From January to December

Ho Chi Minh City Theater

Ho Chi Minh City Theater

Ho Chi Minh Opera House is located at 7 Cong Truong Lam Son Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1. It is one of the oldest buildings in Ho Chi Minh City following the flowery Western European architecture. Ho Chi Minh City Opera House is one of the typical architectural and cultural works of the city today. The front of the theater faces Lam Son Square and Dong Khoi Street. Next door are two large hotels, Caravelle and Continental. With a convenient location in the city center, the theater is not only a place to organize events but also an interesting tourist destination that attracts many tourists to visit and admire. Saigon Opera House is also an architectural counterpart to Hanoi Opera House. The authors of this ancient architectural building are architects Ernest Guichard, Eugène Ferret and Félix Olivier. Built in 1900 in the "flamboyant" architectural style of the Third French Republic. The facade of the opera house is clearly influenced by the art of the Petit Palais Museum that appeared in the same year in France. The inside is modernly designed with full equipment for sound and lighting. In addition to the ground floor, there are 2 additional floors with a capacity of up to 1800 seats. All decorative patterns, facade reliefs and interiors of the theater were painted by a famous artist in France to resemble the patterns of theaters in France at the end of the 19th century, extremely beautiful. The system of arched doorways with raised railings is designed with bold classical French architecture. Having gone through many historical events, up to now, the Ho Chi Minh City Opera House has been somewhat damaged. Until 1955, the theater was renovated but was used as the House of Representatives of the Republic of Vietnam government. And after 1975, the theater returned to its original function of organizing performing arts. On the occasion of 300 years of Saigon - Gia Dinh, in 1998, the Ho Chi Minh City government decided to renovate the opera house with the motto of preserving the original architectural style. Therefore, the embossed decorations and sculptures on the facade such as the statue of the goddess of art, the flower strings... have all been restored to their original state compared to nearly 100 years ago. Regardless of whether you are interested in learning about culture or simply admiring beautiful architectural works. Ho Chi Minh City Opera House will be your indispensable stop during your trip around Saigon. A beautiful architectural work that has contributed to adding elegance and charm to Ho Chi Minh City. In addition to visiting and admiring the ancient architecture of the Opera House, visitors can visit the Continental Saigon Hotel. One of the oldest hotels in Saigon, hundreds of years old. This place has welcomed many heads of state and politicians from all over the world.

From January to December

Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels

When mentioning Saigon, people often think of the most modern and bustling city in the country, but few people remember that Saigon also has many historical marks of its own. Cu Chi Tunnels are a clear proof of that. Only by going to the Cu Chi Tunnels can we partly understand the magnanimity of Vietnamese history. Cu Chi Tunnels is located about 70 km from Saigon center. This is the place where the transformation of Cu Chi's army and people during the 30-year resistance war to bring independence and freedom to the country is captured. The tourist area consists of 2 parts, 13km apart: Ben Duoc tunnels are located in Phu Hiep hamlet, Phu My Hung commune, Cu Chi district and Ben Binh tunnels are in Nhuan Duc commune and the main tunnel area. Cu Chi Tunnels have a length of up to about 250 km, from the "backbone" of the tunnel it spreads out like a spider web in the ground, including works: tunnels, trenches, embankments, fighting nests, food bunkers. , sleeping, meeting, kitchen, well, storage... The works are connected to each other or can be independent depending on the terrain. Some branches of the tunnel flow into the Saigon River so that in case of emergency, you can cross the river through Ben Cat base (Binh Duong). Inside the Cu Chi tunnels, it is dark and lacking in atmosphere. There are many places where visitors have to stoop to walk. Depending on the terrain, the tunnel can have up to 2 or 3 floors. The closest floor of the tunnel, about 3 meters from the surface, can withstand the weight of tanks and armored vehicles; some deeper places can withstand small bombs. Some hatches are designed into very flexible combat nests and sniper gun emplacements. Around the tunnel door, there are also many spike tunnels and mine pits. Thanks to its intricate and flexible architecture, this place sheltered many officials and people of Saigon during the resistance war against the enemy. Even though the enemy used many methods to destroy the tunnels such as: using water to break through, using an army of "rats", using sniffer dogs, etc. But all failed. In addition to the special historical relics of Cu Chi Tunnels, there are many other interesting fun activities here such as: national defense sports shooting, paintball shooting, swimming, boating on the lake or renting bicycles around. Tunnels. Going around the Cu Chi tunnels tourist area is also an experience worth trying. Here the air is fresh, not noisy like the inner city of Saigon, giving anyone who comes here a feeling of relaxation.

From January to December

Ben Thanh market

Ben Thanh market

Ben Thanh market is located in the center of District 1, the most crowded and magnificent area in Saigon. Located near many famous Saigon tourist attractions such as the Independence Palace, City Post Office, City Theater... and many high-end 5-star hotels, Ben Thanh market attracts many tourists. Ben Thanh Market was formed in the mid-19th century. Through the ups and downs of history, this market has long become a symbol of the vibrant trading culture of Saigon in particular and Vietnam in general. Along with the economic and tourism development of Ho Chi Minh City, this market is also increasingly famous and especially attracts a large number of foreign tourists to visit. Vietnamese people are no strangers to crowded, bustling markets. But for foreigners, this is a very unique cultural feature. Therefore, foreign tourists love to go to the market to shop for souvenirs and try Vietnamese specialties. Gradually, Ben Thanh became a prominent symbol of Saigon, making everyone who comes to this city want to visit once. Ben Thanh Market was originally built in the 17th century near the Ben Nghe River to welcome tourists and soldiers into Gia Dinh Citadel. That is also the reason why the market was named Ben Thanh (river wharf + citadel). The market is made of brick, wood and thatched roof. Ben Thanh market in the past was very crowded and bustling, with boats and boats busy day and night. After a long period of use, the market gradually deteriorates and is at risk of collapsing at any time. Therefore, the French rebuilt it and expanded it to a larger scale after filling in a muddy pond named Bo Ret. Since 1912, it took another 2 years for the French construction contractor Brossard et Maupin to complete this project. The old architecture has since been preserved to this day even though Ben Thanh market underwent a major renovation and repair in 1985. Ben Thanh Market has 4 main gates and 12 side gates. Each main gate is located on a different street and displays many popular items for visitors to shop: South gate of Ben Thanh market: South gate is located on Le Loi street, opposite Quach Thi Trang park, this is the main gate of the market. The highlight of this market gate is the famous 3-sided clock tower. The entrance attracts many visitors with stalls selling all kinds of goods, mainly fabrics and dry foods. East Gate of Ben Thanh Market: East Gate is located on Phan Boi Chau Street, a paradise for cosmetics enthusiasts. The stalls here sell a variety of body, skin and hair care products. West gate of Ben Thanh market: West gate is located on Phan Chu Trinh street, this gate has many stalls selling shoes, crafts and souvenirs. North gate of Ben Thanh market: North gate is located on Le Thanh Tong street, this gate sells many types of fresh flowers and tropical fruits. During the day, Ben Thanh market bustles with stalls offering a variety of goods, including textiles, souvenirs, handicrafts, fresh produce, seafood, spices... Atmosphere This place has the true nature of a typical Asian market, bustling and rustic. Ben Thanh Market at night is still crowded but somewhat more peaceful. The stalls mainly sell food with local snacks and drinks. There are also some shops selling clothes, accessories and souvenirs. Bright torches and the sweet aroma of countless Vietnamese specialties are what attract tourists.

From January to December

Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral or Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral is a name that people shorten for convenient use. The full name of this project is the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The church is 91m long, 35.5m wide, and the main dome is 21m high. The two bell towers on both sides are nearly 57m high. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral was built with classic French architecture, designed by talented architect J.Bourard. The outside space of the church is very large and airy, the inside is majestic and ancient. The history of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral began with the French war of invasion at the end of the 19th century. The French government at that time wanted to build a large church to serve the community and religious activities for the government. French government and army. The first church was located on Ngo Duc Ke Street but was too small so the French Admiral Bonnard decided to build a larger church. Construction of this Saigon Cathedral began on March 28, 1863. After two years, the church was completed. In 1895, the French built two more bell towers. Around the tower there are six small bronze bells. At the top of each tower is a cross that is 3.5m high, 2m wide and weighs 600kg. At this time, the height of the building, from the ground to the highest point, was 60.5m. The French also cast a bronze statue of Pigneau de Behaine (also known as Bishop Adran) holding the hand of Prince Canh, the eldest son of King Gia Long. This statue is located in front of the church. In 1945, the statue was destroyed but its base still remains. In 1959, Bishop Joseph Pham Van Thien ordered the statue of Our Lady of Peace from Rome. On February 7, 1959, Cardinal Agagiianian came from Rome to solemnly inaugurate the statue. Since then, the church has been called Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral by the people. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral was built with the neo-Romanesque Revival (or Neo-Romanesque) architectural style. This was a building style popular around the mid-19th century, inspired by 11th and 12th century Romanesque architecture. Buildings in this style tend to feature arches and portholes. simple disign. During the construction of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, all materials from cement, steel to screws were brought from France. The exterior of the building is made of bricks produced in Marseille. The advantage of this type of brick is that it is bare, not plastered, not mossy, and still retains its bright pink color after decades. The entire cathedral has 56 stained glass windows produced in Chartres province (France). The foundation of the cathedral is specially designed to bear 10 times the weight of the entire architectural volume. And a very special thing is that the church does not have fences or walls like the churches around Saigon Gia Dinh at that time. The interior of the cathedral has two main rectangular rows, with six rows on each side representing the 12 apostles. The altar of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral is made of monolithic marble with six angels carved into the stone. The pedestal is divided into three cells, each cell is a sculpture depicting a relic. The walls are decorated with 56 glass windows depicting biblical characters or events, 31 round rose figures, 25 multicolored bulls-eye windows combined with beautiful images. All lines, edges, and patterns follow stately and elegant Roman and Gothic forms. However, out of these 56 glass doors, only 4 are still intact. The other glass doors were repaired in 1949 because they were destroyed during the war. The original design had two bell towers that were 36.6m high, had no roof and only had a narrow staircase of about 40cm. The interior is dark and the floor is lined with small pieces of wood. In 1895, the church built two more roofs to cover the 21m high bell tower designed by architect Gardes, for a total of 57m high bell tower. All six bells are hung on two bell towers. This bell was made in France and brought to Saigon in 1879. The bell is controlled electronically from below. On weekdays, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral only rings at 5:00 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. On holidays and Sundays, the church often rings three bells. 6 bells ringing at the same time will have a very loud sound, you can even hear the bell from 10km away. Between the two bell towers is a very large clock. It was produced in 1887 and weighs 1 ton. Even though it is more than a hundred years old, the clock still operates very accurately. Paris Commune Square is located between Notre Dame Cathedral and Nguyen Du Street. In the center of the main square is where the statue of Our Lady of Peace is located. This is where visitors often stop to drink coffee, take photos, and watch pigeons. Especially on weekend mornings, many young people gather here to chat and have fun together. The image of Notre Dame Cathedral has long become a representative part of the magnificent land of Saigon. Near the church there is also the Independence Palace and the city Post Office. You can combine visiting these three famous destinations to explore Saigon to the fullest.

From January to December

Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels

When it comes to war, Vietnamese people certainly have thousands of hours to tell stories, heroes, places, and bases that still leave traces to this day. And if you are near the Ho Chi Minh City area, you can choose a nice day and visit Cu Chi Tunnels, a famous national historical relic of the nation. Cu Chi Tunnels relic site is located at Provincial Road 15, Phu Hiep Hamlet, Phu My Hung Commune, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City. This is a place associated with the resistance war against the French during the period 1946 - 1948. The tunnels were jointly built by the army and people of Tan Phu Trung commune and Phuoc Vinh An commune to serve the process of hiding, storing weapons, ... The base has a total length of up to 250km, including 3 different depth levels, the deepest level is up to 12m above the ground. Initially, each village had its own base, then people connected with each other to facilitate communication from 1961 to 1965. Outside the tunnels are equipped with many nail pits, bell tunnels, minefields... to ensure safety. Inside the military tunnels, it is still easy to communicate, hide forces, weapons and hold meetings to discuss revolutionary plans. To date, the base has linked 6 communes north of the tunnel together. Cu Chi Tunnels is a special national historical site and one of six famous man-made structures in the world today. Along with that, the combination of tourism and visiting the tunnels has become a destination that attracts a large number of domestic and foreign tourists and is in the top 7 most exotic destinations in Southeast Asia. One of the main and most interesting activities that you must participate in when coming to Cu Chi tunnels is to explore the tunnels deep underground. Here, you will be able to recreate all the activities and life during the Indochina war that our ancestors experienced. Most especially, right under the tunnel, there are vendors selling dishes that people in ancient times often ate such as: Potatoes, cassava, tubers dipped in sesame salt,... With a strong local flavor, although simple. but it's especially delicious. In addition, you can explore the war zone re-enactment area. As a place associated with history and war, the Cu Chi Tunnels still retain traces of the war at the re-enactment area to this day. Here, the organizer will show you footage that recreates all the living and fighting scenes of our army and people in the tunnels. Furthermore, you can also admire many models of famous historical and relics of Vietnam such as: Long Bien bridge, One Pillar Pagoda, Nha Rong wharf, Saigon bridge,... It can be said, going to this place. With a unique tourist destination like this, you will feel the patriotism deep within you. When traveling to Cu Chi Tunnels, you need to note the following things. First, the opening time of Cu Chi Tunnels is from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily to schedule accordingly. And the ticket price to enter the tourist area is about 20,000 - 30,000 VND/person, underground ticket is 20,000 VND/person, game ticket is 50,000 VND/person. Although there is no dress code, to be most comfortable during sightseeing activities, you should: Wear neat clothes, convenient for underground activities, dark colors to avoid dirt and choose comfortable sports shoes. more comfortable when moving. Remember to prepare some necessary cosmetics to avoid the sun and prevent insects. If you want to spend a lot of time to fully explore this destination, you should book a Cu Chi hotel room in advance to make the trip more convenient. For tourists who are afraid of tight spaces or low blood pressure, they should not go into small tunnels.

From January to December

Sai Gon center Post Office

Sai Gon center Post Office

It is one of the best-rated architectural works in Ho Chi Minh City. Every day many visitors come here to visit and explore. Located at number 2 on Paris Commune Square (Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), Saigon Post Office is located right next to Notre Dame Cathedral. Therefore, traveling here is very convenient, you can easily go by car, motorbike or bus to visit Saigon Post Office. Built from 1886 - 1891 by famous French architect Gustave Eiffel, visitors will see the Saigon post office wearing a layer of yellow paint that stands out in the afternoon sun of Saigon with rows of curved windows. In the middle of the Post Office is a large clock with gentle decorative lines that easily attracts the eyes of visitors when they first come here to visit. What impresses visitors the most are the roofs, the system of large domed windows along the ceilings of the building radiating out to all four sides for support. If you look for a long time, you will see the post office's long, curved ceiling that resembles the shape of a giant wine barrel and is covered with shiny cream-colored tile floors, making the space here large and airy. On both sides of the building are two historical maps of Saigon with many regions meticulously hand-painted on the walls by skillful and meticulous artisans. The unique architecture combining European style with Asian decoration has made visitors here passionately admire and not want to leave. Although it has existed for a long time, just coming here, you will still be impressed by the classic and modern beauty of the Saigon Post Office. On both sides of the entrance are straight rows of green iron columns with rows of long-standing polished wooden chairs. Sitting here, you will feel like you are waiting for the next train at a British railway station in the 20th century. In the middle of the Post Office center is the image of Revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh. Looking inside, you will easily see four rows of large wooden tables lined up in the middle of the post office to serve people who need to carry out communication transactions, send parcels, express delivery... Especially On both sides of the main lobby of the Saigon Post Office, ancient mailboxes and old telephone booths still preserve visitors' nostalgia for a bygone era. On both sides of the hallway near the main entrance of the building, there are many souvenir shops selling thousands of souvenir products and postcards about the Saigon post office as well as Vietnam in general or Saigon in particular to serve. for tourists to buy as souvenirs for friends or relatives. You will think there is nothing special but it will be a wrong opinion if you do not once set foot inside the Post Office building and be overwhelmed by the space and unique architecture here. Just stepping inside, visitors feel like they can slow down, any corner of the Post Office or the classic architecture here seems to stop so you can imagine and feel a glimpse of old Saigon. This is also a great check-in point for young people to save beautiful photos when visiting the Saigon Post Office.

From January to December

Saigon Square

Saigon Square

Saigon Square launched its first branch in 2000, then opened two more branches in Ho Chi Minh City. However, later, due to business difficulties and the Covid-19 pandemic, currently only the branch on Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street is still operating. Saigon Square shopping mall is located in the central area of ​​District 1, so it has the opportunity to reach a diverse range of customers, both domestic and international. The plus point is that there is no situation of cutting corners on foreign customers, and prices are relatively transparent. Thanks to that, it is a shopping destination that is highly appreciated by tourists. The design of the stalls inside Saigon Square is like a high-end market, the shopping atmosphere is very close and bustling. The kiosks have traditional market colors but are spacious, airy, and display goods with eye-catching designs and colors. There is air conditioning that operates 24/7 and a spacious fitting room, which will bring you a truly satisfying experience. Entering Saigon Square shopping center, you will be overwhelmed by the space of fashion paradise with an countless number of stalls. If it's your first time coming here, just walk around and if you see an item you like, just ask the price. Here, there is no need to stop by a stall and buy anything. Saigon Square shopping complex brings together items from popular to branded goods, from new to second-hand items. There are also local brands that are loved by many young people. Therefore, if you come to Saigon Square, you will definitely find products that suit your taste and style. Another plus point of Saigon Square is that it always updates trends that are loved by young people. Any item that is hot will be brought home and sold by merchants immediately. Unlike other traditional markets, the clothing designs at Saigon Square are trendy and youthful. Saigon Square's items are also very stylish. You can find stalls that specialize in selling unique and personalized designs. Therefore, if you like to mix and match outfits and accessories, coming to this shopping area will definitely be a paradise to freely choose suitable products. When you go shopping at Saigon Square Shopping Mall, don't hesitate to bargain with the stall owners. Here, the challenge is not too much, some stalls even have prices listed. However, feel free to bargain to get the most reasonable price. If you buy more, you will get a bigger discount. When purchasing, you should try on items because many stores here do not accept returns. If you buy something to give as a gift, you should clearly tell the stall owner and ask them if the recipient is not satisfied or the wear does not fit, can they return and exchange for another product.

From January to December

Starlight Bridge

Starlight Bridge

Starlight Bridge is one of the impressive attractions in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City. This destination is located in one of the most luxurious neighborhoods in Saigon. Therefore, this place inherits the modern and luxurious beauty of the surrounding landscape. Although not a new name among attractions in Ho Chi Minh City, Starlight Bridge still retains the same heat as when it first debuted. Currently, next to Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Anh Sao Bridge is currently one of the hottest entertainment and entertainment venues in Ho Chi Minh City. Anh Sao Bridge was officially built in 2009 with a length of 170 meters. Together with Crescent Lake, Starlight Bridge creates a luxurious and modern landscape complex. The canal and square at Starlight Bridge simulate the shape of the moon. Meanwhile, the Crescent Lake area simulates the shape of the sun. Starlight Bridge has two sides equipped with a luxurious lighting system, creating the feeling of sparkling stars casting shadows onto the water. From a distance, the Starlight Bridge will stand out like a starry sky with sparkling lights of all colors. That image evokes a poetic, pure and extremely romantic feeling. Therefore, this place also attracts many couples to come here to stroll and visit. The highlight of Starlight Bridge is the uniquely designed lighting on both sides of the bridge. This lighting system combines with the water surface to create unique visual effects. In the sparkling space of Phu My Hung area, the light of Starlight Bridge creates a shimmering, magical and poetic scene. This is an ideal location for couples who like to stroll in a gentle, romantic space. The LED lighting system on both sides of the Starlight Bridge will evoke a sparkling feeling thanks to the scientifically calculated color range. At first glance, you will think of the brilliant rainbow colors creating a poetic space. In addition, the water spray effect on the side of the bridge makes it look like it is dyed in radiant colors, creating an impressive scene of harmony. This is also an impressive point that attracts tourists to Anh Sao Bridge. In addition to admiring the beauty of the light effects on Starlight Bridge, you can come here to stroll and enjoy the cool breeze in the afternoon. Anh Sao Bridge is located on a quite open and large area. Therefore, this place is often windy and quite cool in the afternoon. Walking on Starlight Bridge in that cool air will bring you a pleasant, relaxing and extremely gentle feeling. In addition to walking, you can take advantage of the large, airy space of Starlight Bridge for sports activities such as jogging to improve your health. In addition to being a comfortable place to stroll and play, Starlight Bridge is also a place of very special beauty. You can go on a date with your close friends to create great check-in photos here. With the scenery of a green lake and cool green trees, you will have plenty of space to check-in and create attractive photos. Some check-in points that many young people choose when visiting Starlight Bridge are the lawn at the bridge park, the bridge's square or the gentle space at Crescent Lake. In addition, if you are willing to walk a little, you can check-in at the luxurious space of Crescent Mall. Located in a luxury residential area, Cau Anh Sao Park is therefore designed to be quite luxurious and attractive. In the park, there are many trees and lakes that evoke a feeling of peace and serenity. In addition, this park also possesses lush, soft green grass. This is also a check-in point sought after by young people when visiting Anh Sao Bridge. In the beautiful space of this park, you can enjoy the breeze, check-in or enjoy interesting snacks. However, you also need to pay attention to preserving common space and throwing trash in the right place after use.

From January to December

Independence Palace

Independence Palace

Independence Palace is one of the most unique and famous architectural works in Ho Chi Minh City, having existed for more than 150 years. The construction stone was laid by Mr. La Grandière, the French Governor in South Vietnam, in 1868 and completed in 1871. In 1867, after the French occupied Cochinchina Luc Province, they immediately designed and built a new mansion on Norodom Avenue (now Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street) for Cochinchina Governor La Grandière in Saigon, replacing the Palace. was built of wood at the end of Catinat Street (now Dong Khoi Street) in 1863. In February 1868, Governor La Grandière held the ceremony of laying the first stone, starting construction of the Governor's Palace of Cochinchina according to the sketch plan of architect Achille Antoine Hermite. The project was completed in 1871 and was named Norodom Palace, after the name of the King of Cambodia who ruled during that time. In March 1945, Japan overthrew France, monopolized Indochina, and Norodom Palace became the workplace of the Japanese government in Vietnam. In September of the same year, Japan lost in World War II, Norodom Palace returned to the French government. In May 1954, France signed the Geneva Accords and withdrew from Vietnam, and the country was divided into two separate territories. Norodom Palace was handed over by the representative of the French government to the representative of the Saigon government, Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem. In October 1955, Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem deposed Chief of State Bao Dai, established the Republic of Vietnam government and became President, and officially changed the Palace's name to Independence Palace. In February 1962, after the coup of the Republic of Vietnam army pilot, the Independence Palace was bombed and the entire main left wing was destroyed, unable to be restored. In July of the same year, President Ngo Dinh Diem decided to raze everything and build a new mansion right on the old ground according to the design project of Architect Ngo Viet Thu. In November 1963, the project was unfinished when President Ngo Dinh Diem was assassinated. In October 1966, the new Independence Palace was inaugurated, and the person who presided over and took over this building was Chairman of the National Leadership Committee Nguyen Van Thieu. From October 1967 to April 1975, the Independence Palace became the residence and working place of Second President of the Republic of Vietnam Nguyen Van Thieu. After the historical event in April 1975, the country was completely unified, the Independence Palace became a historical and cultural relic, a tourist destination not to be missed when coming to Ho Chi Minh City.

From January to December

Dam Sen water park

Dam Sen water park

Dam Sen Park has a total area of ​​nearly 50 hectares, of which 60% is natural greenery, 20% is water surface with a vast lake and Dam Sen and the remaining 20% ​​is for entertainment games. The park is divided into two areas: Dam Sen Cultural Park (Dry Sen Kho) and Dam Sen Water Park (Dam Sen Nuoc). Established in 1976, Dam Sen Park is a delicate blend of Asian and European cultures, creating a unique space. With nearly four decades of operation, this place has always been one of the top destinations in Saigon. Coming here, visitors will be immersed in diverse and interesting entertainment games, serving all interests and ages. MIA.vn believes that this place will bring you wonderful experiences. Dam Sen Nuoc gathers many diverse water games, giving you a cool and refreshing feeling, from thrilling games to gentle relaxing games. During the hot days of summer, going to Dam Sen Water Park to soak in the cool blue water and participate in water games really couldn't be better. The activities here will bring you a feeling of relaxation, help relieve fatigue as well as provide positive energy for the body after stressful working days. The highlight is the unique Water Jet Massage or Massage Pool service with a system of 12 water jets hidden in the lake, with diverse intensities that will skillfully impact your body, like hands massaging each muscle. In addition, experience the uniqueness of Fish Massage at Dam Sen. Step into the tank containing small fish, they will help remove dead cells on the skin, while improving blood circulation and bringing perfect relaxation. Entering the fountain square at Dam Sen Nuoc, you will enjoy powerful water jets spraying from below, not only cooling the body, but also bringing relaxation to the soul. The carefree river will help you float on the river on a float through wonderful roads and landscapes. If you are passionate about thrilling experiences, you cannot miss this area. Some outstanding games include zip-lining over waterfalls, extreme double twists, tornadoes, roller coasters... bringing extreme stimulation while also challenging your kidneys' hardness. Surely this place will make the journey to explore Dam Sen Water Park more interesting and memorable. Inflatable games are especially loved by groups of young people and couples. The combination of exciting adventure and gentle moments of relaxation will definitely help you dispel the heat of summer days. With the Triple Inflatable Slide game up to 12m high and 25m wide, you will enjoy exciting moments when gliding down at a thrilling speed. The winding roads and unexpected twists and turns will bring extreme excitement to the three brothers on the float. Black Thunder slide will take you down from a height of 11m, through two exciting twists and turns, combined with unique sounds and lights, promising to bring unforgettable experiences. The swimming pool area is very popular with families with small children, because the water is always cool, fresh and maintained clean. Visitors can lead children to participate in fun activities at the wave pool with different wave levels, from gentle to strong, creating a diverse and interesting experience. The children's pool area has a giant mushroom-shaped fountain, creating a fun and attractive space. Children can explore, play and participate in activities, helping to develop dynamism, discovery, creativity and intelligence. Dam Sen Park allows guests to bring food from outside into the area. However, to ensure general hygiene, you should only bring simple dry foods such as fruit, cakes and water. In addition, if you want to enjoy a more comfortable meal and not have to bother bringing food, there are many restaurants inside Dam Sen for you to choose from. One of them is Thuy Ta restaurant, which focuses on fusion dishes between Chinese and Vietnamese. The food here is considered delicious and diverse, made by experienced chefs. You can also go to restaurant 79, designed in a natural style, surrounded by garden trees. This provides a cool space, helping you enjoy lunch with typical Western flavors. In addition, Men cricket shop is also an option, located opposite the children's play area. This is a place that serves meals to a variety of people, especially dishes suitable for children.

From January to December

Suoi Tien cultural tourist area

Suoi Tien cultural tourist area

Suoi Tien tourist area is also known as Suoi Tien Cultural Park, this is a magical land located at No. 120, Hanoi Highway, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, City center 20km south. Suoi Tien tourist area in Ho Chi Minh City is open to serve tourists from 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Sunday every week. Particularly for holidays, the park will be open all day from 7:00 a.m. until all customers are gone. Coming to the fairy stream, we will begin to explore the Ngoc Nu Fairy Pool. This is considered the most famous and attractive place of Suoi Tien tourist area, Tien Dong Ngoc Nu beach is considered the first artificial beach in Vietnam. Therefore, this has become a place that attracts many tourists to come and experience. The special feature here is that the swimming pool's seawater is taken from Nha Trang Bay and cleaned using modern Canadian technology with many closed processes. This is also the area that attracts the most tourists to check in because not only is there a beach, but around it there are also Au Co mountains, statues of Lac Long Quan, Bong Lai, Hoang Khuong, Ngu Chau and many other places. many caves. Therefore, this scene is very popular with many young people. Next, the crocodile kingdom, this is always an attractive destination for everyone, here you will see more than 15,000 crocodiles "performing". Watching crocodiles lying motionless hunting, sunbathing or soaking in the water from a safe height protected by iron cages will be a wonderful experience for you. Furthermore, you can also feed them or fish for crocodiles with the provided baits attached to sturdy fishing rods. Next to that is the souvenir area, here you can see handicrafts made with the common theme of crocodiles, which you can choose as decorations or gifts for relatives and friends. Suoi Tien tourist area has contributed to protecting, researching and combating the trafficking and hunting of wild animals such as crocodiles. And indispensable lively adventure games. For those who love thrills, Suoi Tien Cultural Park will be a destination not to be missed with more than 90 games and activities for both adults and children. Here you may have to pay a surcharge from 15,000 VND to 60,000 VND for each trip. In addition, at Suoi Tien there are special festivals. With such a large and attractive space for tourists, Suoi Tien tourist area also organizes many attractive festivals to attract more people to come and participate. And each festival has a large and luxurious scale, the most prominent of which are the spring festival and summer festival. Spring Festival is held in the first months of the year to welcome visitors to Suoi Tien. The entire tourist area will be filled with fragrant flowers and many attractive games and activities related to Vietnam's traditional Tet holiday. The summer festival is held in June, this is the occasion when Suoi Tien tourist area promotes fruits for the Southern region. These are attractive fruits of the Mekong Delta region. Coming here, you will not only be able to eat delicious dishes but also admire attractive fruit creations by artisans.

From January to December

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Speaking of famous attractions in the city named after Uncle Ho, people will immediately think of historical relics such as the Independence Palace, Nha Rong wharf and busy streets like Nguyen Hue walking street. If you have the opportunity to visit Saigon, you must definitely come to this street and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere here. In particular, every evening, the road is more crowded than ever because many tourists and people come here to stroll, sing and organize interesting fun activities. Nguyen Hue Walking Street in the center of Saigon was inaugurated on April 30, 2015, after about 7 months of construction. The street has two sections: President Ho Chi Minh Monument Park extending from Le Thanh Tong Street (in front of the City People's Committee Headquarters) to Le Loi Street and Nguyen Hue Square extending from Le Loi Street to Ton Duc Thang street. Nguyen Hue Walking Street is 670m long, 64m wide with the entire square area paved with modern and clean granite. Along the street are rows of green trees, 2 large fountains, below is an underground system including a monitoring center, water music control center, lighting and modern toilets. The street space is neat, modern, without electric wires, without waste, Nguyen Hue is therefore likened by many people to a street somewhere abroad. Here, there are both shady trees and unique fountains, along with restaurants and eateries with bright lights at night, randomly forming many beautiful photo angles. For this reason, Nguyen Hue walking street has become a place to take sparkling virtual photos of local youth and tourists. Right from the first days of operation, when people were still wondering where Nguyen Hue walking street was, apartment building 42 Nguyen Hue was prominent on social networking sites. This is an apartment building with many restaurants, cafes, fashion shops and among them, there are a few names that are very familiar to young people in Saigon such as Saigon cafe, Partea cafe,... Nguyen Hue Book Street is located right on the walking street area, a favorite place for tourists and young people who love reading and collecting books. Coming here, you can find many different types of books such as detective stories, love stories, books about knowledge, science, society and even children's books. According to the experience of many tourists on Nguyen Hue walking street, nowadays, there are many cafes here that have balconies with extremely beautiful views. There's nothing better than sipping a cup of bitter-sweet coffee while looking at a crowded pedestrian street under the bright lights of an urban night. Sure! When talking about walking streets, it is impossible not to mention the diverse music performances of many different genres. The music performance is performed by groups of young people and art enthusiasts who gather to interact and perform. Unlike famous music events, street music brings a close, everyday feeling to both the performers and the audience. It doesn't matter where Nguyen Hue Walking Street is, far or near, the important thing is that there are many delicious dishes here, from milk tea, coffee, smoothies to famous snacks in Saigon. Don't hesitate. Why don't you plan a trip to Saigon, find out where Nguyen Hue walking street is and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere here. Surely, the extremely interesting activities at Nguyen Hue walking street will help visitors have a memorable time and many emotions.

From November to April

Bui Vien Walking Street

Bui Vien Walking Street

Located in the heart of bustling Ho Chi Minh City, the walking street is famous as a vibrant and bustling destination. Therefore, attracting domestic and foreign tourists. The street is about 850m long, with rows of houses close together, and is home to a series of bars, restaurants, pubs, cafes,... always brightly lit and full of laughter. Since its establishment in 2017, Bui Vien has become a familiar meeting place for those who want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Saigon at night. This place is not just a place for entertainment. It is also a cultural intersection, where you can meet tourists from all over the world. Walking on Bui Vien Street, you will be fascinated by vibrant music from street bands, loud laughter and bright lights. Along the street, you can enjoy a variety of delicious street foods. From traditional Vietnamese dishes to international dishes. Besides, Bui Vien is also a place where many interesting cultural activities take place. Typically, street art performances, float parades, etc. bring visitors unique experiences. Referring to Bui Vien Walking Street, it is impossible not to mention the special cultural programs taking place on weekend evenings and major holidays. This is a unique highlight, contributing to the attraction of this vibrant street. At the same time, it brings visitors unforgettable cultural experiences. The performances here are extremely diverse and rich. From vibrant music, brilliant lion dances, magic to interesting folk games. All create a bustling atmosphere, attracting a large number of visitors. Specific performance schedules often change from time to time. But usually it will start from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Visitors can refer to detailed information on the website or fanpage of Bui Vien Walking Street to update the latest schedule. Some typical performances here include: Bui Tuong street music group with vibrant rock songs. Or the impressive lion and dragon dance performances of the Phuoc Long Lion and Dragon Group. As well as the surprising magic show by magician Minh Hieu. Bui Vien Walking Street is vibrant at night and is not only famous for its bustling bars, restaurants, and pubs. It also attracts tourists with natural and fun singing and dancing performances. Under the magical shimmering lights, immerse yourself in the bustling crowd. You can easily see groups of young people passionately singing along to exciting music, or fun and exciting dances. The special thing here is that no one cares if you sing well or badly, dance well or ugly. Everyone immerses themselves in the common atmosphere, enjoying the joy of singing, dancing and forgetting all their troubles. This is an interesting experience that you should not miss when coming to the city. Ho Chi Minh. Come to immerse yourself in the vibrant, fun atmosphere and enjoy wonderful moments of entertainment. When talking about Saigon at night, it is impossible not to mention Bui Vien Walking Street. The place is known as "entertainment paradise" with countless vibrant bars, open all night. Bar partying here is an experience not to be missed for those who love a bustling and vibrant atmosphere. Entering Bui Vien Walking Street, you will be overwhelmed by the vibrant music. Along with magical sparkling lights and colorful cocktails. Each bar has its own style. From vibrant with DJ, to gentle with acoustic, or romantic with rooftop. You can easily find a bar that suits your preferences and mood. Bar partying is not just about relieving stress after a long day. It is also an opportunity for you to meet and interact with new friends, from all over the country and even international tourists. Let's immerse ourselves in music, dancing and singing. You will have fun and memorable moments. Famous for its vibrant entertainment activities, the street now also attracts tourists with folk games held on weekend evenings. This is an interesting experience, helping you discover the beauty of traditional Vietnamese culture and have fun and entertaining moments with friends and family. When mentioning Bui Vien Walking Street, people often think of vibrant entertainment activities and bustling bars. However, this is also an ideal place to chat with friends. Under the bustling atmosphere, vibrant music mixed with bustling laughter, you can share everyday stories. As well as your thoughts, feelings and experiences with the people you love. Bui Vien Walking Street is an ideal place for you to have fun and memorable experiences. Come here to immerse yourself in the vibrant, bustling atmosphere and discover interesting things in Saigon at night!

From November to April

Botanical garden

Botanical garden

Zoo and Botanical Garden is a famous tourist destination in Saigon, attracting a large number of tourists to visit every day. This is one of the oldest amusement parks in Vietnam, and is also the largest flora and fauna conservation park in Saigon. Thao Cam Vien District 1 Saigon is located in the area opposite the Independence Palace. , about 2.4km from Nguyen Hue walking street. This is a "super huge" conservation area with 590 animals belonging to 125 species, and in terms of flora, there are 1,800 trees belonging to 260 species. Saigon Zoo in English is also known as the zoo. It was planned and built by the French in 1864. It is currently the zoo with the eighth longest lifespan in the world. 7-class animals with more than 1,000 individuals including dozens of mammal species, dozens of bird breeds, many reptiles and winged breeds of all kinds, such as: monkeys, sun bears, sun bears, Indochinese tigers, Bengal tigers, leopards apricot, leopard, lion, chimpanzee, zebra, antelope, deer, wild boar, muntjac, porcupine, turtle, otter, Asian elephant, white rhinoceros, lilac crocodile, water crocodile sweet, ground python, peacock, cow Goose, hippopotamus, jaguar, giraffe... Plants include 1,800 trees of 260 species, 23 species of domestic orchids, 33 species of cacti, 34 types of bonsai and green grass on an area of ​​20 hectares. Among them are ancient trees hundreds of years old, among the rarest in Vietnam. The Environmental Protection and Conservation Education Program at the Saigon Zoo is built according to the model of advanced countries in the world, to give students the most intuitive and vivid experiences about nature, and at the same time acquire more useful knowledge about the environment, plants and animals in nature. In addition to caring for and protecting plant and animal species that are in danger of extinction or depletion, the Saigon Zoo has also successfully bred rare plant and animal species, with the aim of increasing their numbers. number of individuals of these species and through that, contribute to preserving genetic resources and maintaining the diversity of species in nature. Traveling to Saigon, visiting the Zoo, you will not only discover unique flora and fauna, but also enjoy the fresh air and quiet space on campus here. To visit the park more easily and without getting tired, you should buy train or tram tickets sold near the ticket control gate at Le Duan Street gate. The car will take you slowly throughout the park, roaming under the shade of cool trees and enjoying watching animals. To meet the entertainment needs of young people, Vien Thanh Zoo and Botanical tourist amusement area Ho Chi Minh City also has more adventurous and thrilling games such as hot air balloons, trams, trains, roller coasters, etc. Thao Cam Vien is a famous zoo with many rare animals. . The zoo here is divided into many different areas such as: carnivores, mammals, reptiles, herbivores, birds, small animals... At 3pm every day, in the carnivore area there are also demonstration activities. Demonstrating the wild hunting skills of animals such as lions, Bengal white tigers, and Indochinese tigers is very interesting. Coming to the zoo, visitors can also enjoy unique art performances often held on weekends and on major holidays. These can be special magic shows, singing and dancing activities, circus animals... all are extremely attractive and make visitors excited. Thao Cam Vien is a super interesting destination, attracting thousands of tourists. domestic and foreign people come to visit every day. In the midst of crowded and noisy Saigon, it is difficult to find a place with such unique "quality", arrange your schedule and come explore the park with many fascinating experiences.

From November to April

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