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Ho Chi Minh City
The urban gateway to the lower Mekong, reached by road transfer to or from My Tho.
Information about Ho Chi Minh City
Vibrating with energy, innovation and traffic – lots of traffic – Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is the largest city and the economic heart of Vietnam. A freewheeling, cosmopolitan metropolis, HCMC's dynamic cityscape draws together old and new Vietnam, representing the city’s past as well as its future.
It has a prominent history going back hundreds of years. There are plenty of museums showcasing the country's dark wartime history and classic colonial architecture built by former French rulers.
Today, Ho Chi Minh City is a popular tourist destination due to its fascinating culture, sleek skyscrapers, ornate temples and Chinese pagodas. The city has plenty of rooftop bars overlooking Saigon and beyond, plus fantastic restaurants offering a combination of French, Chinese, and, of course, local Vietnamese cuisine. You will find many prominent landmarks spread out among Districts 1 and 3 in central Saigon.
Interesting facts about Ho Chi Minh City
Aqua Mekong guests usually transfer between Ho Chi Minh City and Marina My Tho by road.
Routes may include Vinh Trang Pagoda near My Tho on disembarkation day.
Ho Chi Minh City is commonly served by Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Pictures of Ho Chi Minh City
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