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Architectural Buildings in Ho Chi Minh City
THE 5 BEST Ho Chi Minh City Architectural Buildings
Architectural Buildings in Ho Chi Minh City
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- WillsAustralia19 contributionsA lovely historic building both inside and outside. The souvenir shop is worth a look and no harassment by the shop keeper.Written March 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BrakiWorldTravelerBelgrade, Serbia17,760 contributionsFrom historical point of view this is a very important Palace, however not from the architectural. It's a must for any history buff, and I would rate it the second best attraction in HCMC, just after the War remnants museum.
The present edifice dates back to last century 60's, when it was built under president Dinh Diem orders, by a famous Vietnamese architect in a Socialist style.
It replaced the former French colonial government residence which was built in 1871 in French style and served for that purpose until Geneva peace talks in 1954. After that the old Palace was renamed to Independence Palace becoming the residence of Dinh Diem - first (puppet) President of Saigon.
After his assassination several others took his function until 30 Apr 1975 when North Vietnamese captured the Palace entering with two tanks you can see in the courtyard, forcing the South to surrender and rising the national unification flag on top of the Palace.
You can visit the entire Palace which will take around 1 hour. Rooms are not that opulent one might expect, rather ordinary and official. Don't forget to climb the rooftop where's the escape helicopter, as well the basement bunker.Written January 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Shelley MAlbany, New Zealand792 contributionsBeautiful architecture and lit up at night is just stunning. A nice calm place with a lovely fountain nearby and Uncle Ho's statute with manicured garden area. Very clean. Shame you cant go inside. Nice to go when they close the traffic off and you can really enjoy this space. Lots of local families walking around here.Written April 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Conor C3 contributionsInitially I thought I was in the wrong place. A lady had to point me to the stairs at the back of the temple. Keep climbing till you reach the Buddha at the top, it’s worth itWritten November 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Can Tho Bike ToursCan Tho, Vietnam18 contributionsThe colour will tell evreything with a religion. Too special in Viet Nam. Presentation for ethnic in the country.Written November 1, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rob NesbitWarsaw, Poland3,399 contributionsNice enough place to see and visit, plenty of greenery and the temple itself is lovely and tranquil..................but i was a little distracted by all the snap happy men, lol.Written October 2, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ho Chi Minh City
- These places are best for architectural buildings in Ho Chi Minh City:
- Central Post Office
- The Independence Palace
- People's Committee Building
- Chua Van Phat - Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas
- Wat Chantarangsay
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