Binh Thanh and District Two
Binh Thanh and District Two: Ho Chi Minh City’s Evolving Skyline Once known for its quiet suburban feel, District Two has transformed into a prime residential area, home to expats and the city’s elite. Separated from the hustle and bustle of downtown Ho Chi Minh City by the winding Saigon River, this district offers a […]
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Giac Vien Pagoda
Giac Vien Pagoda: A Hidden Spiritual Gem in Ho Chi Minh City 📍 Lac Long Quan | Open Daily, Dawn to Dusk | Free Entry Tucked away in a labyrinth of narrow alleys, Giac Vien Pagoda is a lesser-known yet historically significant temple in Ho Chi Minh City. Established in the late 18th century, this […]
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Giac Lam Pagoda
Giac Lam Pagoda: Ho Chi Minh City’s Oldest Buddhist Temple 📍 118 Lac Long Quan | Open Daily, Dawn to Dusk | Free Entry Nestled along Lac Long Quan Street, just a few hundred meters northeast of its intersection with Le Dai Hanh, Giac Lam Pagoda is a historical and spiritual landmark in Ho Chi […]
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Northern Outskirts of Cho Lon
Exploring the Northern Outskirts of Cho Lon Beyond the bustling streets of Cho Lon, in Districts 10 and 11, lie two of Ho Chi Minh City’s oldest and most atmospheric pagodas—Giac Lam Pagoda and Giac Vien Pagoda. These historic temples are steeped in spiritual significance and traditional Vietnamese Buddhist architecture, offering visitors a peaceful retreat […]
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Thien Hau Pagoda
Thien Hau Pagoda: A Sacred Landmark in Cho Lon 📍 Location: Nguyen Trai Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City🕰 Opening Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk🎟 Entrance Fee: Free Nestled in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s Chinatown (Cho Lon), Thien Hau Pagoda is a historically significant temple dedicated to Thien Hau, the Goddess […]
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Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda
Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda: A Hidden Gem in Ho Chi Minh City 📍 Location: Hung Vuong Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City🕰 Opening Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk🎟 Entrance Fee: Free Just a three-minute walk north of Quan Am Pagoda, Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda—also known as Minh Huong Pagoda—is a captivating spiritual […]
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Exploring Hai Thuong Lan Ong
Exploring Hai Thuong Lan Ong: Ho Chi Minh City’s Traditional Medicine Street 📍 Location: Near Cha Tam Church, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City Just a five-minute walk from Cha Tam Church, past the bustling cloth market along Tran Hung Dao, lies one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most fascinating streets—Hai Thuong Lan Ong. Known […]
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Quan Am Pagoda
Quan Am Pagoda: A Spiritual Gem in Cho Lon 📍 12 Lao Tu Street • Open daily, dawn to dusk • Free entry Nestled in a quiet corner of Cho Lon, just north of Nguyen Trai’s intersection with Chau Van Liem, Quan Am Pagoda stands as one of the most captivating spiritual sites in this […]
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The History of Cho Lon
The History of Cho Lon: From Settlement to Commerce and Conflict The vibrant Chinese quarter of Cho Lon has long been a cultural and commercial hub in Ho Chi Minh City. Home to over half a million ethnic Chinese (Hoa), it remains Vietnam’s largest Chinese community, with deep-rooted traditions and a dynamic history. Early Settlement […]
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Cha Tam Church
Cha Tam Church – A Historic Landmark in Cho Lon 📍 Location: 25 Hoc Lac, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City🕰 Opening Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk💰 Entry: Free A Church with a Tumultuous Past Tucked away in Ho Chi Minh City’s Chinatown, Cha Tam Church stands out with its slender spire, cheerful yellow walls, […]
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