Ho Chi Minh City Holiday Weather today
Date/time of update: November 21, 2024, 2:19 am, Timezone: GMT+7
Overcast Clouds
Temperature: 30.01°C
Temperature feels like: 36.07°C
Minimum Temperature: 30.01°C
Maximum Temperature: 30.01°C
Atmospheric pressure: 1010hPa
Humidity:74%
Visibility: 7000m
Wind speed: 1.54m/sec
Wind Direction: 20 degrees
Cloudiness: 100%
Sunrise: 2024-11-20 10:51:35
Sunset: 2024-11-21 10:27:11
Saigon, the name itself conjures up enough memories of a long bygone time; be it the horrendous war that once shook the World, be it the nostalgia that kept lingering on, be it the bars filled with people and smoke, be it the sidewalk cafes with thumping music, be it the horrible facts kept in secrets forever...Things are definitely long gone, and hopefully forever...
Overview of Ho Chi Minh City
Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City; where traffic is chaotic, where people are always on the rush, where business is on the boom, where ten million mopeds/scooters plow the streets everyday.. And young girls are still there boasting charm wrapped in Ao Dai bearing shiny smiles…
The traffic of Saigon Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is the biggest city in Vietnam and the leading economic center of the country. Straddling on the banks of the Saigon River, the city has always been the most important commercial hub in southern Vietnam since its early days. There is a great road system which links the city and the Central Highlands, the South Central Coast, and the Mekong Delta.
The Reunification Palace, Saigon Vietnam
There are also many sea ports and river ports that facilitate trade between the city and other regions in Vietnam, as well as between Vietnam and other countries. Business here has always enjoyed prosperity and people flock to the city to seek fortunes.
Thien Hau Temple in Saigon Vietnam
Many foreign visitors often have a few days at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City at the end of their holidays in Vietnam; it is lovely to get charged with the amazing life on the go here before heading home. Some people travel to Ho Chi Minh City to find something of Old Saigon, some others get here on a transit to other destinations… it is clear that Ho Chi Minh City – Saigon has a little thing for everyone and all end up having a great time. No doubt the city enjoys the most of international arrivals of the travel destinations in Vietnam.
What to see, Tourist Attractions in Ho Chi Minh City
1/ Ben Thanh Market
Located right in the city center, the market seems visited by all travelers to Ho Chi Minh City. Here you can get some souvenirs for your beloved ones after the trip to Vietnam, or you can get local cuisine at night watching the traffic flowing by.
2/ Notre Dame Cathedral
The cathedral is located in the center of the city, right in the business district. The architecture and history make it a must-see for everyone to Saigon.
3/ The General Post Office
The post office built with French architecture is next to Notre Dame Cathedral. This is where you can post your souvenirs or postcards to your beloved ones.
4/ The Municipal Theatre
The theater which was once the Parliament Building of South Vietnam Republic is located on the Dong Khoi Street, close to Notre Dame Cathedral. There are several daily shows at the theater that you may not want to miss.
5/ The Reunification Palace (or the Independence Palace)
The complex has its own rich history and the architecture is something to marvel at. This was once the residence of the president of South Vietnam Republic. Visiting the compound, you will have good recall of some piece of the Vietnamese recent history.
6/ The Backpacker Quarter at Bui Vien
The quarter is packed with pack backers, bars, restaurants, street beer stalls… Some of you will find it a good and funky place.
7/ The Pedestrian Street of Nguyen Hue
The street is for pedestrians at night and there are several opportunities for observing other pedestrians like you.
8/ China Town
This is mostly District 5 of Ho Chi Minh City and this is the home of the biggest Chinese communities in Vietnam.
9/ Binh Tay Market
The market is in China Town where you can find most things on earth for dirt cheap prices.
10/ The War Remnants Museum (once called the War Crime Museum)
This is where you learn about the recent war in Vietnam.
11/ The History Museum
The museum has a good collection of artefacts for those who love learning about Vietnam and Saigon.
Tan Son Nhat Ho Chi Minh City weather and climate
