An Lam Saigon River Villa Tour Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam
A quick tour and review of our River Villa at An Lam Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in February 2017.
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23 Things To Do In Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) Vietnam
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When I was in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), along with eating as much Vietnamese food as I could, one of my goals was to film a travel video about some of the best things to do in Saigon. After putting together a complete list, it turned out to be 23, and I hope this list of attractions will help and inspire you to visit Vietnam’s largest and most exciting city.
1. Binh Tay Market - Binh Tay Market is one of the largest wholesale distribution markets, and a perfect place to go if you’re looking to go shopping in Ho Chi Minh City.
2. Thien Hau Temple (Pagoda) - Located in Chinatown, in District 5, the temple is dedicated to Thien Hau and I really loved the sculptures and the elaborate design of the temple.
3. Museum of Ho Chi Minh City - This museum offers a glimpse into the history and development of the city and Vietnam.
4. Bitexco Financial Tower - This is the tallest building in Saigon, and you can either go to the Skydeck or a cafe at the top for a view of the city.
5. Independence Palace (Reunification Palace) - Probably one of the most well known tourism things to do in Saigon is to visit the Independence Palace, the the former home of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.
6. Saigon Cathedral of Notre Dame - With the French influence in Vietnam, the Notre Dame cathedral is a beautiful Catholic church. Attend a service or just visit.
7. Central Post Office - Designed by Gustave Eiffel, the Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City is an attraction mainly for its design and architecture. It’s a beautiful building.
8. War Remnants Museum - Although this is not one of the happiest attractions in Saigon, it’s a place to remember and honor the horrible events that are a result of a war.
9. Opera House - Right in Dong Khoi area, and there are still opera shows available.
10. Dong Khoi Street - This is the height of high end shopping in Saigon.
11. Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens - The zoo itself is not too great, but the beauty of the Saigon zoo is the botanical gardens, and the lush gardens, and taking a break from the city.
12. FITO Museum (Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine) - I was quite impressed by the Vietnamese medicine private museum - very interactive and educational.
13. San Art Laboratory – If you love modern art, the San Art Laboratory is a great place to see and visit in Saigon.
14. Turtle Lake at Night - If you’re looking for some things to do at night in Saigon, head to Turtle Lake to chill out, relax, hang out with friends, and eat snacks.
15. Ben Thanh Market - One of the most famous things to do in Saigon District 1 is visit the Ben Thanh Market, one of the major central landmarks of the city.
16. Phu My Hung and Starlight Bridge - Located outside of central Ho Chi Minh City, Phu My Hung is a modern development, and a great place to walk around.
17. Water Puppet Show - Though originally from the north of Vietnam, water puppet shows are popular also in Saigon. I went to the Golden Dragon Water Puppet theater.
18. Museum of Vietnamese History - Probably one of the most extensive and important museum showing the history of Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City.
19. Rooftop Bar - Seeing Saigon from above offers a great perspective.
20. Fine Arts Museum - This was my favorite of all the museums in Saigon. The museum is housed in a well preserved building, and the art is amazing - located right in District 1 across the roundabout from Ben Thanh Market.
21. Jade Emperor Pagoda - Dedicated to the Jade Emperor, the pagoda has a real ancient feel to it, and it’s worth seeing when you visit.
22. Local Wet Market - One of my favorite things to do is visit a local fresh wet market, which you’ll find all over the city. The ingredients, food, and culture, all stand out at fresh markets.
23. Vietnamese Street Food - By my ultimate favorite activity in Saigon is eating street food, and there are an abundance of delicious Vietnamese street foods to sample.
Thank you for watching this video about the top 23 things to do in Saigon, Vietnam. I hope it has given you some great ideas to help you plan your visit.
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Visiting Vietnam including trips to the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta, and crazy downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Also includes room views of An Lam Saigon River and the Intercontinental Asiana Saigon.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Largest City in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly named Saigon is the largest city in Vietnam. The city center is situated on the banks of the Saigon River, 60 kilometers from the South China Sea and 1,760 kilometers south of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. The metropolitan area is populated by more than 9,000,000 people, making it the most populous metropolitan area in Vietnam and the countries of the former French Indochina.
The city was once an important Khmer sea port prior to annexation by the Vietnamese in the 17th century. Conquered by France in 1859, the city was influenced by the French during their colonial occupation of Vietnam, and a number of classical Western-style buildings and French villas in the city reflect this.
Under the name Saigon, it was the capital of the independent state of South Vietnam from 1955-75. In 1976, Saigon merged with the surrounding province and was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City, after the pre-eminent but by-then deceased North Vietnamese leader. However the old Saigon name is still used by both Vietnamese and foreigners, especially when referring to the most central part of the city to which most tourists flock.
Today, the city's core is still adorned with wide elegant boulevards and historic French colonial buildings. The most prominent structures in the city center are Reunification Palace, City Hall, the Municipal Theatre and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Some of the historic hotels are the Hotel Majestic, dating from the French colonial era, and the Rex and Caravelle hotels are former hangouts for American officers and war correspondents in the 1960s/70s. The city has various museums, such as the Ho Chi Minh City Museum or the Museum of Vietnamese History.
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Vietnamese HUGE House Tour. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
This is my in laws huge house in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The living costs in Vietnam is extremely affordable with their cheap amazing street food. There's no wonder they don't use their cooker! There are so many things to do in Saigon, I would LOVE to live here so I hope my boyfriends parents design build us a house too because they are amazing architects :D
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Vietnam Travel Guide: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh
Gorgeous beaches, fascinating and complicated history, incredible food, lush nature; Vietnam is a country that truly has it all. Whether this country is first or fiftieth on your list, our travel guide has all the information you need to know if you’re planning (or dreaming of planning!) a trip to Vietnam.
Leave your expectations behind if you’re heading to Vietnam: here, you’ll eat noodles for breakfast, do your shopping in the middle of the night, and discover a country with a new story around every corner.
Hanoi more than delivers on urban excitement. If you’re looking for unique and mouth-watering food, the night markets of the Vietnamese capital should be your very first stop. You can enjoy a zippy ride on a scooter, all the street-food you can eat, and a night exploring the rapid development of this modern city. From trendy clubs to traditional puppet shows, experience a nightlife that’s all Vietnam’s own, and eat and drink the night away with locals and visitors alike!
Of course, Vietnam isn’t all fast-paced cities and rooftop bars. For a slower pace, head to Ha Long Bay and sail alongside limestone islets, with their lush rainforests towering above your head. The water is emerald-green, matching the vibrant greenery, and a sailing excursion here is like nothing else you’ve experienced before! A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the islets of Ha Long Bay are said have been thrown into the bay by a dragon protecting the people of Vietnam. Take a junk boat tour for a close encounter, or try scuba diving or snorkelling in the bay!
You’ll find a new adventure around every corner in Vietnam. From breakfast in the Bình Tây Market and a secret tunnel system in Ho Chi Minh City, to sailing along the Mekong Delta in a traditional basket boat, you can find your perfect trip - no matter what that looks like - somewhere in Vietnam.
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Ne Tammelat - The elegant entrance hall of the Saigon Prince Hotel - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The Saigon Prince Hotel is in near vicinity to Ho Chi Minh City centre, just by the main street. Well, centre if there is one. The city it self is HUUUUUGE!
Beign in a big and busy city like Ho Chi Minh City, you value to be stationed near the action. Vietnam is an affordable country and you can find a 4-5 star hotel in a very decent price. We stayed at the Saigon Prince Hotel and were very pleased.
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Built around 1885, this elegant yet understated building has been called, at various times, the French High Commissioner's Office, Gia Long Palace, the Supreme Court, the Revolutionary Museum and finally the Museum of Ho Chi Minh City. It contains a photographic record of the Revolution in Vietnam, beginning with the French and ending with the Americans. There is also a display of archaeological relics.
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Walking in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 2019 - Road To Fine Arts Museum (HQ)
Walking in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 2019 - Road To Fine Arts Museum (HQ)
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In this video, we walked from the Bui Vien Street to the Fine Arts Museum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, also known as Hồ Chí Minh City Museum of Fine Arts.
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is the business and financial hub of Vietnam, with a prominent history going back hundreds of years. The Khmers originally settled the region, with the Vietnamese taking over in the 17th century. The French conquered Saigon, as it was then known, in 1859, and made it the capital of Cochin China in 1862, which resulted in numerous elegant architecture and broad boulevards that are still present to this day. At the peak of the Vietnam War in 1969, the city had 4.5 million inhabitants who were all evacuated when Saigon and the rest of the South fell to North Vietnam in 1975. The city has recovered in the 30 years since then, with the current population at over 7 million. It was renamed Ho Chi Minh City, after the spiritual leader of Vietnamese Communism, but residents were so reluctant to adopt the new name that authorities kept the official name but the city centre is still called Saigon. Today, Ho Chi Minh City is a popular tourist destination due to its fascinating culture, classic French architecture, and sleek skyscrapers as well as ornate temples and pagodas. The city is also filled with rooftop bars that overlook Saigon and beyond, while fantastic restaurants offer a combination of French, Chinese, and, of course, local Vietnamese cuisine.
My $550 Per Month Luxury Loft Apartment in Vietnam
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Ho Chi Minh City (Sai Gon) Vacation Travel Guide - Viet Nam Travel Series
Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide - Viet Nam Travel Series
Ho Chi Minh City (Sai Gon) is Vietnam at its most dizzying: a high-octane city of commerce and culture that has driven the country forward with its pulsating energy. A chaotic whirl, the city breathes life and vitality into all who settle here, and visitors cannot help but be hauled along for the ride.
Ho Chi Minh City is a large, busy and fascinating city. Formerly known as Saigon, this former capital is an eclectic blend of the traditional and the modern. With historic attractions, fascinating day trips and bustling streets lined with food stalls and pavement cafes, there’s certainly plenty to see and do in three days in Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City attractions are a vibrant mix of old and new, with well-preserved colonial structures and war relics from the devastating Vietnam War as well as sleek skyscrapers, elegant sports clubs, and expansive shopping malls against a metropolis backdrop. Great for immersing in the local culture, no two districts are the same in Ho Chi Minh City and there are plenty of ornate pagodas and Buddhist temples to visit and photograph as well.
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I am finally close to catching up on my backlog of travel journals! These are from a trip to Vietnam in 2017. We began the trip south in Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon, travelled up to the coastal town of Hoi An in Central Vietnam, then finally made our way to the northern city of Hanoi. List of tools & toys used below:
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• Lamy Safari Neon Yellow (2013 LE) - no longer available, but there are plenty of other colours in this model's standard line-up
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam - Cyclo Ride on Crazy Downtown Streets
Our cyclo ride through crazy Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
VIETNAM Travel Video 2019 (HO CHI MINH - SAIGON) GH5 + Sigma 18-35mm
Check my cinematic travel video from our 3-weeks trip across Vietnam. Ninth episode shows 2 days we've spent in Ho Chi Minh City - Saigon. Shot with Panasonic GH5 and Sigma 18-35mm.
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is the business and financial hub of Vietnam, with a prominent history going back hundreds of years. The Khmers originally settled the region, with the Vietnamese taking over in the 17th century. The French conquered Saigon, as it was then known, in 1859, and made it the capital of Cochin China in 1862, which resulted in numerous elegant architecture and broad boulevards that are still present to this day. At the peak of the Vietnam War in 1969, the city had 4.5 million inhabitants who were all evacuated when Saigon and the rest of the South fell to North Vietnam in 1975. The city has recovered in the 30 years since then, with the current population at over 7 million. It was renamed Ho Chi Minh City, after the spiritual leader of Vietnamese Communism, but residents were so reluctant to adopt the new name that authorities kept the official name but the city centre is still called Saigon. Today, Ho Chi Minh City is a popular tourist destination due to its fascinating culture, classic French architecture, and sleek skyscrapers as well as ornate temples and pagodas. The city is also filled with rooftop bars that overlook Saigon and beyond, while fantastic restaurants offer a combination of French, Chinese, and, of course, local Vietnamese cuisine.
Panasonic Lumix GH5 Natural picture profile (60fps/4K), footage edited in Adobe Premiere Pro 2017 and Adobe After Effects 2017. Footage was color graded with Magic Bullet Colorista IV.
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[베트남여행]호치민 여행 가이드-익스피디아
베트남 남쪽 끝에 위치한 호치민시는 동남아시아에서 급부상하는 도시 중 하나에요. 아직도 많은 사람들은 사이공이라 부르는 호치민시는 베트남 최대의 도시이자 경제적 수도라 할 수 있죠.
호치민시는 밤이나 낮이나 활력이 넘치고 사업가적인 에너지가 느껴지는 곳입니다. 거의 100년 동안 식민 지배를 받았고 전쟁도 겪었지만, 지금은 예전에 적이었던 사람들까지도 따뜻한 미소로 반기는 도시가 되었지요. 스쿠터, 오토바이, 자동차 등이 끊임없이 지나가는 분주한 거리는 신기하면서도 젊은 열정이 느껴질 정도지요.
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호치민시는 마치 미래가 와있지만 동시에 과거도 그리 멀지 않은 곳에 있다는 느낌이에요. 프랑스 식민지 시절에 지어진 넓은 대로에는 첨단 고층건물들이 들어서 있고, 자스민 향기가 나는 사원의 바로 옆에는 세련된 바가 자리하고 있지요.
호치민시 여행에서 방향 감각을 제대로 익히시려면 68층 건물인 비텍스코 파이낸셜 타워에 올라가 보세요. 사이공 스카이데크에서 더위도 식히고 360도 전망을 감상하실 수 있어요. 호치민시에는 9백만 명 이상이 살고 있습니다. 이곳의 역동적인 길거리 풍경도 이국적이지요. 호치민시는 여러 번호별 군으로 나뉘어 있는데요, 거의 모든 관광명소가 1군에 밀집되어 있습니다.
동코이 거리 지역에 가보세요. 20세기 초 베트남이 프랑스령일 때 뤼 카티나로 불리던 이곳은 당시 굉장히 세련되고 우아했다고 해요. 지금도 사이공 중앙우체국 등의 멋진 건물들이 많답니다. 우체국은 지금도 여전히 운영되고 있고요.
근처에는 호치민시 노트르담 성당과 오페라하우스도 있는데요, 지난 시절의 음악이 들릴 것만 같아요. 호텔 컨티넨탈 사이공과 같은 옛 프랑스식 호텔은 분주한 거리에서 벗어난 오아시스처럼 느껴져요.
호치민 시립박물관도 구경해 보세요. 지난 세월 동안 호치민시가 어떻게 변해왔는지 자세히 살펴보실 수 있어요. 또한 베트남 역사박물관에서도 베트남의 과거를 엿보실 수 있죠.
동코이 거리는 호치민시의 역사가 살아있는 곳이면서 또한 호치민시에서 일어나는 최근 경제 성장의 중심지 역할도 하고 있습니다. 식민지풍 건물에 자리한 수많은 매장에는 명품 브랜드가 즐비하고 새로 지어 매끈한 쇼핑센터에는 세련된 부티크와 커피숍이 있죠.
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