Saigon, now HCM City, is famous for its landmark buildings such as the Municipal Theatre, Caravelle hotel and Tax Trading Centre. Despite many ups and downs, these buildings have stood the test of time and become important symbols of the city.
Photos taken in front of the Municipal Theatre in 1962 (above) and presently (below), taken from a corner of the Theatre's pavement.
The Municipal Theatre from the opposite side on Dong Khoi Street (below), which was named Tu Do in 1972 (above).
The Theatre viewed from Le Loi Street. Traffic lights in 1972 (above) no longer exist. The architecture in this area, considered central Saigon during the French regime, is typical Indochinese style.
Le Loi Road. The four-storey building is Continental Hotel. Before 1975, this area was popular with reporters, military officials, and intellectuals.
Lam Son Park in 1963 (above) and, as it is now (below). Tax Trading Centre is on the left of Rex Hotel on the opposite side. The present-day photo includes a high-rise building - Saigon Centre.
Tax Trading Centre, was constructed by France 130 years ago, is a symbol of Saigonese people. It will be closed within the next two months for a metro network and a new trading centre to take shape in the future.
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