Ho Chi Minh City, Economic center in southern Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City spans across 24 districts with a network of canals and rivers flowing through its urban landscape, connecting neighborhoods and communities.
The city originated as a fishing village named Prey Nokor before becoming a French colony in 1859, later evolving into the largest metropolitan area in Vietnam.
The Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace, and War Remnants Museum represent different periods of history, attracting thousands of visitors each month.
District 1 contains many hotels, restaurants, and transportation hubs, making it a central location for visitors to explore the surrounding districts.
The Cu Chi tunnels, located northwest of the city, extend for over 120 kilometers and include multiple levels reaching depths of 12 meters.
Location: Vietnam
Inception: 1698
Founders: Nguyen Huu Chanh
Elevation above the sea: 13 m
Part of: Southern Vietnam, Vietnam
Shares border with: Tây Ninh, Long An, Đồng Nai, Bình Dương, Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu, Tiền Giang
Address: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 74000–74999 Ho Chi Minh City
Website: http://hochiminhcity.gov.vn
GPS coordinates: 10.77556,106.70194
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:42
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0
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Củ Chi tunnels
37.1 km
Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
554 m
Independence Palace
738 m
Dragon House
972 m
Bitexco Financial Tower
512 m
Bến Thành Market
546 m
War Remnants Museum
1.2 km
Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
1.5 km
Văn Miếu Trấn Biên
23.7 km
Giraffes
1.5 km
Suối Tiên Amusement Park
16.7 km
Jade Emperor Pagoda
1.9 km
22 Gia Long Street
322 m
Museum of Ho Chi Minh City
251 m
Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City
130 m
Thong Nhat Stadium
4.5 km
Vinh Trang Temple
58.3 km
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda
2.7 km
Tomb of Lê Văn Duyệt
3 km
Phu My Bridge
5.8 km
Thien Hau Temple
5.1 km
Ho Chi Minh City Hall
147 m
Việt Nam Quốc Tự
3.2 km
Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
713 m
Tao Dan Park
1.2 km
Giác Lâm Pagoda
5.8 km
Ba Son Bridge
1 km
Saigon Bridge
3.8 kmReviews
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