4 popular antique destinations in Saigon
Do you want to enjoy a sense of nostalgia in Saigon? There are many destinations here that suit your desire, such as Saigon Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, Ho Chi Minh Opera House and Ben Thanh Market. Let’s crack up and get to know some more different aspects about this beautiful city!
1. Saigon Central Post Office
The Saigon Central Post Office was constructed from 1886 to 1891 by the French. The post office is one of the most popular destinations in Ho Chi Minh City. Until now, Saigon Central Post has still operated to deliver handwritten letters on weekdays.
Saigon Central Post Office brings a nostalgic and old sense, so you may fall in love with this place at the first time if you have the interest with the antique architectures.
Many foreigners are interested in Saigon Central Post Office for the first time travelling in Ho Chi Minh City and expect to have another time to visit this destination. Many expats, who love Saigon and admire old architecture such as The Central Post Office, decide to get new jobs including a teaching job in Ho Chi Minh City to work in and experience this city.
2. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
Opposite to the Saigon Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon was built by the French colonialists. The church is one of four basilicas recognised by the Pope in Vietnam and has become a familiar destination for locals and expats.
Many people are captivated by the antique architecture of the church such as the inside space, bell tower, altars area at the Notre Dame Cathedral. Furthermore, the park outside the church is also an appealing place with the statue of Our Lady of Peace.
After many years, Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon is always a symbol of this dynamic city despite of its antique aspect; it also witnesses the change of Ho Chi Minh City.
Foreigners working in District 1 or District 3 with many job positions including teaching jobs in Ho Chi Minh City, fall in love with streets here; they also spend their time walking along these streets and exploring some near stunning places such as Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon.
3. Ho Chi Minh Opera House
Ho Chi Minh Opera House located on Cong Truong Lam Son Street is an ancient architecture used to organise professional events including music performances. The outside architecture of the Opera House is influenced by the decorative art of the Petit Palais museum.
There are many performances organised in this popular destination such as The Mist, À Ố show and Opera. Tourists should follow performance time carefully to not miss out astonishing shows of the Opera House.
The Opera House is also a reasonable destination for expats getting a teaching job in Ho Chi Minh City to reduce stress after their hard work and immerse themselves into classical music. In addition, its location is convenient for travelers to visit other popular places and experience Vietnamese street culture.
4. Ben Thanh Market
Ben Thanh Market has witnessed many ups and downs of the city, which is the intersection between the old character and the modern character of Saigon. The market has four main gates surrounded by Le Loi Street, Le Thanh Ton Street, Phan Boi Chau Street and Phan Chu Trinh Street.
Tourists have many choices about products and prices when they purchase in Ben Thanh Market such as foods, clothings, handicrafts and souvenirs. At night, the atmosphere of the market becomes eventful. Therefore, many locals and foreigners visit Ben Thanh at that time to enjoy food and walk around instead of in the morning.
Saigon still has other places for visitors nearby consisting of Independence Palace, War Remnant Museum and Ho Chi Minh Museum of Fine Art. Do you want to visit popular destinations in Saigon?
Applying for a new job such as a teaching job in Ho Chi Minh City is one of the leading choices to have memorable experiences in the large city!
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