Saigon: past and present

Saigon: past and present

VietNamNet Bridge – Photos combining the images of Saigon in the past and present show the changes over time in the city.

The Notre Dame Cathedral with Roman architectural style in the heart of the city attracts many tourists. Located near the church is the Saigon Post Office. However, over time, the 130-year-old building has deteriorated and the HCM City People’s Committe restored the work in April 2015. The city hall at 86 Le Thanh Ton Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1. Continental Palace Hotel and the Majestic Hotel. The past and present images of Saigon were combined and displayed at an art exhibition in late July. Brodard Café, which is located at the corner Tu Do – Nguyen Thiep streets, is a brand associated with the heyday of Saigon in 1963. The City Theatre was the center of culture for intellectuals and the elite class of former Saigon. The theatre is now opened to all citizens. In many cities around the world, train stations are unique architectural works. This is the building of the Indochina Train Transport Company built in the French colonial period, located at the corner of Ham Nghi – Le Loi. Ben Thanh market has always been the most bustling commercial center in the city. Turtle Lake – the gathering place of youth on weekends or summer days.

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Pha Le

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