Ho Chi Minh City the "Pearl of the Far East" The land of the Flying Dragon, as Vietnam is nicknamed, a land with geographical dragon shape on the world map, is magnificent places, interesting sounds, exotic tastes, amazing mix of natural colors and cultural diversity, the natural beauty of the country from the green rice fields in the north to the fascinating bustle of the Mekong Delta in the south, has created a unique reputation among tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. A trip to this country will be a special experience, which will make you come back. The fascinating image of Vietnam, with French and Chinese influences, with a cuisine unique in the world through its freshness and diversity, will amaze you. Today we talk about one of the Vietnam cities, namely Ho Chi Minh City with distinct seasons: the rainy season from May to November, the dry season from December to April. If you come here in the rainy season, you should bring an umbrella or a raincoat. Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon as the locals call it with gorgeous architecture and a rich culture, a beautiful place to spend your holiday. Ho Chi Minh City has seen many name changes in its history and in 1975 at the end of the Vietnam War, was renamed after the communist government’s first leader named Ho Chi Minh. Is Vietnam's second largest city and the country's economic capital, known as Saigon, one of the busiest and most cosmopolitan areas in the country. For many centuries, Saigon has been one of the most important trading centers for goods from merchants arriving from China, Japan but also Europe. In the second half of the 19th century the French colonists took control of the region, and established the administrative center of the French colony, and the city became known as the "Paris of the Orient". Today, a modern city, cosmopolitan, Ho Chi Minh offers tourists many opportunities for relaxation and fun with a vibrant nightlife, where every day a club, restaurant or bar is inaugurated. Tourists with a sense of adventure should not miss a trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels, which stretch for hundreds of kilometers and served as a shelter for locals, over three decades ago during the war that ended in 1975. To capture the spectacle of nature in all its splendor, try to book a day to explore the river delta Mekong, a unique place with tropical forests and lush vegetation that will surely leave you with the impression that you are in a movie setting. Vietnam was a French colony for over a century, so it's no surprise that there's a strong French influence everywhere. SELF-CATERING HOLIDAY Self-catering solutions have become the choice for everyone. Traveling on a self-catering basis means you keep your costs to minimum and will allow you to buy all of your items for less in local shops, markets or supermarkets and allows you to cook familiar meals. Self-catering holidays tend to be cheaper to book in the first place, offering you the flexibility to come and go as you please, set your own holiday timetable and suit those who are good at sticking to a budget while they are away from home.You may associate budgeting with restrictions and a lot of hassle and headaches, but a budget doesn’t limit your freedom, it gives you freedom and flexibility. We found your perfect self-catering accommodation that gives you the freedom and privacy that’s needed to enjoy a well-earned break. Accommodation Being on your holiday you need a clean, safe, comfortable room. Wonderful stay in a convenient hostel with wonderful staff and silent nights without traffic noise, is Common Inn. Their friendly staff are locals and expats who love to share tips with you on how to experience the best that city has to offer, rooms have all you need, speedy WiFi, clean, good breakfast, comfy bed, fresh soft towels, quality bath amenities. The building is located near Xuan Thuy street where you can find a bunch of cafeterias, bars and restaurants. Located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, The Sherwood Suites, is stylish and sophisticated and all-suite are designed for you to live your holiday the way you want. The hostel has facilities such as free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, gift/souvenir shop, postal service can be enjoyed here. The room has a kitchen, complete with kitchen utensils and cutlery. Travelling with family or a large group, this is the best place to stay. Your home away from home in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City- Language Exchange Hostel 1, it’s a unique place to meet local people and experience Vietnamese culture, learn about local traditions and values, practice new languages, make new friends, meet travel partners and expand your horizons. If you go for self-catering you can book one of the rooms that has a kitchen. Minh is the homestay owner, patiently answering any questions you have, and providing walking guides. Just enough for a peaceful night of sleep, Transit House has accommodations with free WiFi available in all areas and is free of charge and a garden with a terrace. Clean, comfortable, and just the right amount of social to be your short home away from home in Saigon. The homestay offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hair dryer and shower. Some units include a terrace and/or balcony. Popular attractions you can visit are Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden and Dam Sen Water Park. At Glenwood Suites, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. The 28 apartments feature well-equipped kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves, as well as flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include washing machines, free WiFi, and living rooms. You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Glenwood Suites ,according to the availability of the period you want to book. These can accommodate 2, 4 or 6 guests. Tourist top attractions such as Saigon Opera House ,Vietnam History Museum, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, Diamond Plaza are few examples of what you should visit and are not far away from the suite. The Glenwood suites offers its guests a spa tub and a 24-hour fitness center. Supermarkets in Vietnam There is a range of large Vietnamese supermarkets, foreign hypermarkets and smaller specialist grocery shops and the variety of shopping is the most exciting shopping experience you won’t forget quickly in Ho Chi Minh. Supermarket chains, offering a range of commodities and consumer goods, imported goods also available. As a tip: you should not bargain in convenient shops or the shop owners will uncomfortably treat you. The first on our list with good quality and reasonable prices is the Supermarket Legumes Vietnam. Vegetarian juice cafe and wholefood shop. Serves fresh juices, smoothies, smoothie bowls, energy balls, nut milks, and light food like tofu salad and avocado toast. Sells fresh fruits and vegetables, dried nuts and fruits, and eco-friendly products like utensil bags, toothbrush, and lip balm. Open Mon-Sun 7:00am-9:30pm. The location of the An Phu Supermarket is very central of Thao Dien district, it is very good for expats as they found many familiar food brands or similar at affordable prices. An Phu Supermarket It is a market where you can find any kind of food and beverage. Whatever you need, An phu supermarket has the highest quality products and service and has convenience prices that are also competitive, not that expensive and they do have some imported items that make you feel like home. Best part on the second floor they have a fresh butcher shop and on the ground floor left side at the entrance fresh bread. An advice to take with a bag for your shopping. Thao Dien Market is built in the model of a traditional market with a campus area of more than 1,500 square meters. If you want to taste oriental Egyptian cuisine andvarious Vietnamese menu, these are available and this is the right place. There are a good amount of individual vendors for fruits, veggies, meats, fish, tofu, flowers, and household goods. Thao Dien Market has quite a large parking lot and kiosks are harmoniously designed. You can find fresh fish,vegetables,fruit and tofu. The best time for shopping is early morning (7am-9am). Supermarket Bach hoa XANH is a name that is probably too familiar to people all over the country; especially for Vietnamese housewives. The staff of the supermarket also provides enthusiastic and experienced product advice to customers to have the most comfortable shopping experience. Products range from drinks, instant foods, cooking spices, canned products, baby products, fresh foods, cakes, 100% fresh products (vegetables, fruits plants, meat, fish) being sold at supermarket are clearly traced, quality assured, certified for food safety and hygiene and strictly inspected before being imported and delivered to consumers use. All products are imported from reputable suppliers. They have their own website from where you can order your groceries -https://www.bachhoaxanh.com/. One of the most widely recognized convenience store brands, known worldwide for quality products and great customer service, Circle K VietNam is an american convenience store chain offering a wide variety of hot and cold drinks, snacks, fast food and beverages. Circle K has differentiated itself with a youthful style and dynamic design with many unique products and services at affordable prices as well as convenient services. Its customers are of all ages and especially students, office workers, foreign visitors, and housewives. Tourists cannot miss one of the famous landmarks-Ben Thanh Market, known as the most tourist shopping place in Ho Chi Minh City and for handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing and other goods along with local eats. Recognizable from its clock tower standing in front of the traffic roundabout, this is the largest old-style market with several hundred small stalls stuffed with all kinds of goods. You can find almost everything you need here such as clothes, footwear, accessories, jewelry, hardware, pet shops, handcrafts, tropical fruits, flowers, nuts, vegetables, dry goods, etc. Although the quality of goods is quite good, prices here are often two or three times higher than the usual. So remember to make some bargains, which will be an interesting experience. With an average of 10,000 visitors per day coming here to go shopping and visit. The market has 1,446 stalls, 6,000 small businesses, 5 businesses, with four main doors and 12 doors in four directions. FamilyMart is a convenience store,with over 30 years of experience, spacious, clean, friendly staff, fully air-conditioned and suitable for hot summer days. The system is full of snacks, fruits, soft drinks and beer for you to choose. Outside parking area is also relatively large, and can hold a lot of cars. With nearly 2,000 essential products carefully selected and most popular, beautifully displayed and conveniently displayed, customers will quickly find the product they like. With friendly staff and wide selection of food with reasonable prices, Shop Cuong Dung specializes in trading all kinds of Eurasian Spices, canned food, buttermilk, baking ingredients, and mixing all kinds. Has a selection of imported items including Dijon mustard and Lea & Perrins sauce (same as Worcestershire sauce). For better help from the staff, carry a picture of what you want and they will help you right away. They also have an online website from where you can order your groceries-http://cuongdungfoods.com/index.html. The first flea market "The tree's daisies" was rebuilt and has a new and meaningful name, Thai Binh market. Market was built in 1929 and is a popular, covered marketplace with stalls selling produce, meat, seafood & local specialties. The market specializes in selling fresh fruits such as oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, coconut, watermelon, guava, and mango. raw vegetables. The goods are transported by boats from the six provinces to dump them for the owners in the market. SIEU THI US.MART TRAN HUNG DAO, is safe, diverse food for people from all parts of the world and one of the pioneers in the premium quality food business. They have excellent foreign food and the prices are lil bit higher but deserve its money. Products on display at the Us. Mart must be products that are of quality in terms of nutrition, freshness, appearance, and taste. Co.opmart Nguyen Kiem is a great supermarket for all your grocery ,it has a bakery and also with a KFC just around the corner. A wide selection of household items, chilled, minced beef, frozen and fresh foods. A nice range of breads and a take away option of cooked foods and rice and really reasonable prices. Many foreign items are also being sold here so it is really convenient for foreign tourists looking for a quick shop for vanities. Also provides convenient services such as free gift wrapping, phone ordering, free door-to-door delivery within a 5km radius for customers with shopping bills of only 200,000 VND or more. Nguyen Dinh Chieu Market is a popular local market, selling very fresh ingredients, super busy in the early morning and suitable to all kinds of customers. For any tourists who want to experience a very authentic shopping experience in Vietnam. This market is the best, far better than the fancy Ben Thanh. You can get everything there, even gold. Friendly sellers, reasonable price. More crowded at weekends, more sellers gathering with high quality foods and local products. Naman Market with high-quality and healthy food retail chain helps you choose a good, rich, safe and environmentally friendly food source for your family. Is one of the best groceries along with annam gourmet. If you are looking to get fresh and clean produce, fruits then you’d really love this place (they have a walk-in fridge where you can find vegetables) and a wide variety of healthy products that are very hard to find in local Vietnamese groceries and foreign snacks and packaged goods. Food and restaurants Ho Chi Minh City with simple and uncomplicated food, blessed with a fantastic combination of French, Chinese, and local Vietnamese cuisine restaurants, is a paradise for foodies and for some of the best street food in all of Vietnam, and you wouldn't want you to miss it out the healthiest cuisines in the world showcasing fresh vegetables and packed with herbs for a flavoursome meal! You can spoil your taste buds and try banh mi (a variation of the French baguette sandwich), ba lo lat (grilled minced beef patties), goi cuon (translucent summer rolls), cao lau (a pork noodle dish), and the popular pho (broth with rice noodles). You will have the occasion to sample healthy and affordable street food specialties from all over Vietnam in numerous cafés and restaurants. We’ve compiled the best top choices for Restaurants during your stay in Ho Chi Minh, so that you can introduce your taste buds to the unique vitnamese cuisine. Quan Bui Garden with a capacity of 100 guests, cozy, clean for family intimate space is a vietnamese restaurant with a selection of traditional family recipes passed on and if you want to eat here, you should book 45 minutes in advance to get the best service. You need to taste the dish of spring roll with a cup of sweet and fragrant soybeans. These aftertaste cannot be said through words, but can only be felt with your heart. Each dish is prepared by the chef with love and passion, choosing fresh, delicious ingredients, ensuring food safety and hygiene. For those who want to enjoy real Vietnamese home made food, should forget about all the tourist restaurants and instead dine where the Vietnamese do. The Snap Cafe has several seating areas, including outdoor picnic tables and indoor couches and it's very cozy. There's a very big bookshelf for those who like to read while dining. A large section of the cafe is an outdoor play area for kids, with things to climb on and a sandbox. A wonderful place for families and offers much more than just good coffee and delicious cakes, but also serves meat, various vegetarian dishes including breakfast with veggie sausages, nachos, hummus and crudites, falafels, samosas, pizza and veggie burger (made from veg and potatoes with a slight curry flavour) especially on a Wednesday when it comes with two free drinks (beer, wine or cola). Beef Steak Nano is the home of authentic Vietnamese Beefsteak. The restaurant is a bit small, but the prices are quite fair. If you want to taste juicy, full-flavored beef on a budget, go for Bo Ne, a Vietnamese steak and eggs,which include toasted baguette and a small serving of fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and vinegar, sliced steak seasoned with salt and pepper, a sunny up egg, sauteed onions, a few shakes of Maggi, and a spoonful of margarine. This dish is great for a snack or brunch. One of the most popular and familiar restaurants, specialized in Korean cuisine opened in 2009, the restaurant is open space, spacious, suitable for friends' meetings, and the price of food at the restaurant Hanuri Korean Fast Food is very fair for many classes of customers, around 3$ - 6$. They have Wifi and if you want privacy you can option for a private room. The space here is full of posters of famous Korean artists and groups. So spoil your taste buds ordering some delicious dishes with friends and family. Saigon Grill Restaurant is located on the 10th floor of the fabulous Hotel Caravelle, right in front of the Opera House. The restaurant has an old-style rustic decor, sizable wooden chair, and tables placed on the main terrace and private balconies surrounding the inside bar. You can enjoy excellent barbecue steak for a reasonable price ,the beer will start from US$1, cocktails for $2 at this restaurant, fresh air, along with the view of almost all iconic buildings of Ho Chi Minh. Cong cafe name is simply taken from the first word of Vietnam’s official name: CONG HOA XA HOI CHU NGHIA VIET NAM meaning The Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Cong cafe is a coffee shop chain that you’ll find all over the Ho Chi Minh City. Their flavors are coffee, mung bean, green rice, peppermint, chocolate, and cola, but the most popular and most delicious are their frozen drinks made with coconut milk coffee for $2.50 USD. Enjoy multi-stylish 030 cuisine, an Asian-European fusion food restaurant, serving cuisine from different countries around the world, borrowing 70% from Asian and 30% from European culinary tradition. At 030 Cuisine is the right place and an ideal destination for young people who love to enjoy and experience the taste, the chic and calm atmosphere of the restaurant. The ‘030’ is the city phone code of Germany’s capital Berlin, and the restaurant is led by two young Germans with Vietnamese roots, who grew up in one of the most multicultural city in Europe: Berlin. The restaurant owner is from overseas, a very handsome Vietnamese guy Huy Tran. The Daily Coffee is very different from other coffee, a private space, a new style where you can study, work and relax. The Daily Coffee known as "Cocoon Coffee" has formed a coffee space in the model of cocoon, just like in a small home and has classic decor, lovely chandeliers, cozy yellow tones, wall paintings. Coffee is selected from pure coffee beans with a rich flavor. You can choose among other beverages such as ice blended, soda, fruit tea, fruit yogurt, Thai milk tea, also cakes and snacks. They also serve meals: grilled sausages, ribs cartilage porridge, egg sausage instant noodles, grilled egg and egg noodles chain. The Daily Coffee has two branches and the service time is 24/24. Each cocoon can accommodate from 3 to 5 people, equipped with teddy bears, cushioned chairs to help diners comfortably sit for a long time. Banana Mama Rooftop & Kitchen is a great place to get away from the crowds. With a unique vibe and decoration, overlooking a stunning view of Saigon skyline, chill vibe and to enjoy irresistible cocktails perfect for afternoon drinks, after work drinks or pre-dinner drinks a cocktail in exciting music and see the city at night. The restaurant is located on the rooftop of the WMC building. They open from Tuesday to Sunday and the happy hour starts from 5PM until 7PM. Domino's Pizza Nguyen Kiem is a leading chain of Pizza distribution in the world, with more than 12,000 stores in 80 countries. Domino's Pizza has brought a modern, dynamic and positive atmosphere to customers. At Domino's Pizza there are many different flavors for you to choose from up to 17 different types of all flavors, from small to large sizes and covered with delicious Mozzarella cheese, crunchy crust and rich sauces. High quality ingredients are indispensable to cook pizza. An Cafe Saigon Restaurant has traditional decor with excellent and friendly service. The place brings contemporary spirit into a traditional space, where Vietnamese dishes are created in harmony with individual creativity. The architecture is rustic and old, bringing the spirit of closeness and harmony with nature as a Southern house in the 60's. This is a cool place to spend time to eat traditional vietnamese food with a great mixture between tradition and modernity with reasonable prices, about $5-$7 for the general dishes and a great range of beverages. Tourist attraction Vietnam has developed its tourism, offering not only historical places, but also many other interesting tourist attractions. No visit to Vietnam is really complete without a visit to Ho Chi Minh City, a city of more than 300 years old, always brilliant, always full of life, making every tourist stopping here unable to help curiosity, as its known as the top entertainment paradise of all kinds. We have made a selection of the most amazing tourist attractions in Vietnam. Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens is open to visitors every day from 7.30AM to 5.30PM. In addition, you can book tickets on the website: eshop.saigonzoo.net in order not to waste time waiting in line to buy tickets at the gate to limit crowds, prevent Covid-19 epidemic. The eighth longest-lived zoo in the world, after more than 150 years of existence, the Zoo and Botanical Garden has become a "super huge" sanctuary. Botanical Garden (Botanical Garden) was built by the French in 1864 on an area of 12 hectares near Thi Nghe canal to be a place for pets and trees. Later, the area expanded to 20 hectares. It is taking care of nearly 1,600 animals of 125 species, mammals, reptiles and birds, many of them are rare species, 2,600 trees, as well as many rare orchids and ornamental plants, which are considered biological museums of Vietnam and the world. Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens currently has a total area of about 33ha, divided into many areas such as animal breeding area, bonsai area and orchid collection, entertainment area for children. Temple of Goddess Mariamma is the only Hindu temple which is still open in Ho Chi Minh City and it is also a worship place for both Hindus and non-Hindus living in Saigon. This temple was particularly dedicated to the Hindu goddess Mariamman, the Hindu rain goddess, that is trusted to hold magical powers, such as curing diseases and helping humans to find their match. A legend is posted inside the temple, saying that of a lovely woman named Nagavali, unwittingly insulted the gods by being too beautiful. As punishment, she was afflicted with pockmarks, leading her husband to reject her. She became known as “Mari”, meaning “changed”. Today, it is known as a sacred site by both Vietnamese and Chinese. Saigon's Mariamman Hindu Temple has a colourful facade and inside, the atmosphere is lively, mysterious and sacred with a powerful smell of incense hanging in the air. In the middle of the temple is the altar of the statue of the Deity Mariamman. The temple is open every day for tourists and worshipers, from 7 AM to 8 PM and if you want to visit, a good idea is in the early morning to avoid crowds and enjoy fresh air. Museum of Fine Arts is the ideal place for families,friends and every art lover to explore the artifacts and Vietnamese culture. The museum is one of the largest museums in Ho Chi Minh City. The museum was originally a mansion of a Chinese during colonial time and after - Mr. Hoa, the wealthiest man of Saigon at the time, who also owned other famous buildings in the city. The museum is built in a harmonious combination of the quintessential values of the two Asian and European art schools. Art lovers can see an impressive collection of art from Vietnam, paintings on silk and in oils, sculpture, ceramics and lacquerware all feature, as well as historical pieces, some dating from as far back as the fourth century, antique sculptures and traditional handicrafts of the ancient residents in South Vietnam. Considered as one of the most beautiful Catholic churches in the city, Huyen Sy Church is considered to have the most spacious campus in Saigon. In front of the church, there is a monument to the Vietnamese martyr, Matthew Le Van Gam (executed on May 11, 1847 under the reign of King Thieu). The church includes the grave and statue of Mr. Huyen Sy, one of the rich great landlords in South Vietnam in the late 19th century. Near the main gate, there is also a guardian angel and a statue of St. Joseph. The design of the church is Gothic with Romanesque decorative elements and the windows are adorned with images of Bible stories in Italian stained glass. Pho di bo Bui Vien is a super HOT pedestrian street in Saigon named "West Street”. The street is not only an attractive destination for Saigonese people but also attracts many foreign tourists to have fun every weekend. This street is considered as the never-sleeping street of Saigon. All visitors will enjoy the "four free" services including: wifi, toilet, information, and support the most visitors. An interesting tourist destination attracting many tourists to visit and admire is Ho Chi Minh City Opera House, a unique ancient and majestic architecture with two floors, 1800 seats, airy, modern sound and light system. The theater was designed by architect Eugène Feret, constructed by Ernest Guichard with baroque architecture style. The front of the theater is clearly influenced by the Petit Palais theater that was built in the same year in Paris. Opera House was built in the most beautiful area in Saigon at that time and is considered a typical and most expensive cultural work in Saigon during the French colonial period. Every Sunday, the regular trumpet concert program is held in the area in front of the theater lobby. Chua Ba Thien Hau (Thien Hau pagoda) is 256 years old and it is one of the oldest worship places of the Chinese people in Saigon, also compared as a spiritual house that has a great influence on the cultural life of the Chinese people. The exact name of this place is Thien Hau Mieu, which translated into Vietnamese means, altar to worship Thien Hau. A legend says Ms. Thien Hau - a woman in the tenth century capable of foreseeing the future, saving people in need. Her ability was discovered while her father and two brothers were carrying salt to the trade during a big storm, she miraculously tried to save her father and two brothers, but unfortunately her father was swept away by the waves, saving only two brothers. Since then, every time people in distress at sea bow to her and set up her own altar. The statue of Ms. Thien Hau is placed in the main hall of the temple, placed in a black wooden frame. The temple located in the city center not only attracts domestic tourists but also foreign visitors to discover the mystery hidden behind the temple. The Independence Palace is not only a "witness" of history, it is a symbol of victory, harmony , peace and territorial integrity, national reunification and typical architectural museum with unique architectural work, designed in feng shui and Asian style but still modern. Saigon Independence Palace still preserves many historical artifacts and on the roof of the Palace, there is a helicopter UH-1 of President Nguyen Van Thieu, next to it are two bombs thrown by pilot Nguyen Thanh Trung. The Palace is open to visitors on all days of the week, including holidays and New Year. Morning visit time from 1:30 - 11:30, afternoon from 13:00 - 17:00. Visitors need to pay attention to dress politely, don't wear clothes that are too short or revealing, no luggage, food, drink, animals, weapons and explosives inside. Called Bao tang Thanh pho Ho Chi Minh or simply Ho Chi Minh City Museum, it is dedicated to Ho Chi Minh City’s history, with classical Baroque architecture with European and Oriental influences. The Vietnam War played an important role in this city, and there are also artefacts to represent this period and you will find aircraft in the museum, including the famous UH-1 Huey and F-5 fighter jet. If you visit the museum, try not to make too much noise and affect other visitors. The whole history of Saigon since the territorial expansion until 1975 was preserved almost fully and intact in Ho Chi Minh City Museum, including old ceramics, maps and other historical artifacts. The museum is open all days of the week (except Monday and Friday morning). Cu Chi Tunnels are known as "the city under the earth" with a system of tunnels like a maze and were built so deep underground, military tanks could pass overhead without causing any damage to the tunnels. The tunnel is a complex underground project with a length of more than 200km, zigzagging in the ground, many floors, many nooks like spider webs. This is the "underground defense" system with the largest scale in the two resistance wars of the Vietnamese people, expressing the resilience and indomitable will of people in the "land of steel", one of the symbols of revolutionary heroism and a place to educate revolutionary traditions, patriotism and gratitude for great thanks to heroes and martyrs that died during two wars of national liberation. After visiting those famous tunnels, visitors can try shooting real guns. Today, Cu Chi tunnels are not only classified with special history at the national level but also an interesting destination attracting a large number of domestic and international tourists to visit and learn about the war history of the Vietnamese people. War Remnants Museum is a vivid museum of Vietnam during the war years against the US. This place became a museum, recording historical events, war traces and display of artifacts related to the war against the invaders and images that remain as solid evidence denouncing the crimes of the invading colonialists, at the same time reflecting the will to fight and win to regain the national independence of our people. The museum holds moreholds more than 20,000 documents, more than 1,500 artifacts and movies have been introduced in 8 regular display topics, with topics such as torture, imprisonment, spraying toxic chemicals, bombing. Outside, the museum has booths displaying and introducing products of Vietnamese ethnic culture, Vietnam water puppet rooms. Starting the journey of discovering and experiencing the world of James Bond with "The World of Heineken". You can tour the Skydeck and proceed directly to the 58th floor to start joining the World of Heineken Tour. The tour of World of Heineken starts every half an hour. There are around 10-12 people for one batch. Before it begins, you are required to fill in some personal data, write your name that will be engraved to a custom exclusive Heineken bottle. So you will get a beer bottle with your name on it as a souvenir! Isn’t it exciting? Heineken rented three floors on Bitexco Financial Tower, to make their own world of heineken. There are also multiple interactive experiences as 4D technology showcasing Heineken's special brewing process. The World of Heineken is only for those aged over 18 since there is free beer! Tickets cost VND250,000 ($11), including a tour visit to The World of Heineken (58th, 59th, 60th floor) as well as two glasses of Heineken beer, one mineral water, and a memorable gift. The Starlight Bridge or Cau Anh Sao in Vietnamese is a romantic and poetic bridge and one of the most modern and beautiful pedestrian bridges in Vietnam. The bridge design with an attractive lighting system makes it a very romantic place for sightseeing and dating. The heights is a total length of 170 m and a width of up to 8.3 m. The bridge is called this way because it is like walking on thousands of stars. Many couples are choosing the bridge to take wedding photos. Jade Emperor Pagoda also known as Turtle Pagoda, is a sacred temple and one of the five most important temples in Ho Chi Minh City. Locals come here to pray or offer flowers, light candles and incense. The temple was built with bricks, the roof was tiled with yin and yang, decorated the roof, roof corners with many colored ceramic statues. In the middle of the temple is a fish tank and to the right is a turtle tank. Every tank is full of fish and turtles and they were released by people who came to pray. On May 24, 2016, the President of the United States of America, Barack Obama, visited the temple. There are many attractive tourist destinations awaiting for you to be discovered right away! Share with us your thoughts and which attraction fascinated you!