Independence Palace, Presidential Palace in Vietnam
The Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Palace, is a landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
It was the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.
The palace represents Vietnamese history and culture, with its architecture reflecting both Eastern and Western influences.
Today, it serves as a museum where visitors can explore various rooms and exhibits.
The palace's basement houses a network of tunnels, a war room and telecommunications center.
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Inception: 1955
Architect: Ngô Viết Thụ
Official opening: October 31, 1966
Floors above the ground: 4
Height: 26 m
Address: 135 Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
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