A spot I would definitely not miss would be the Cu Chi Tunnels. It is a secret underground passage, well-hidden in the jungle which was used during the Vietnam War period. Don’t be fooled by its name! It’s called a tunnel but in actual fact, it’s a ‘CITY’! Haha! Why?! Well, during the war time, the soldiers used this tunnel as one of their way of communication, hiding place, hospitals, food and weapon storage and others. Now that the tunnel is opened for tourists, when you are there, don’t hesitate to go down the tunnel and start ‘digging’ into Vietnam’s finest history… Oh, did I mention that there’s also a dining area in the tunnel itself? Amazing!
When you’re in Ho Chi Minh City, do not miss to (at least) get a glimpse of the Mekong River. But why just a glimpse when you can actually be more adventurous?! Take a boat ride along the river (at least a short distance) and you can now proudly announce that you have been to one of the longest river in the world! Mekong River is in fact the 10th longest river in the world and the 7th in Asia. And the most interesting part is that it flows across 6 different countries (including Vietnam)! Really amazing! I believe nature can really do wonders!
Other hot spots you would not want to miss are the Notre Dame Cathedral and Cao Dai Holy See. I personally think that these two buildings are the two most beautiful buildings in Ho Chi Minh.
The Notre Dame Cathedral – Its amazing strong influences of French Neo-Romanesque structure and designs on its two façades brought me to another dimension of Vietnam.
Cao Dai Holy See – A building so beautiful that you would definitely be attracted by both its external and interior structures. Also, do not miss out the opportunity to go in the temple. I am sure you would be amazed by its beautiful fine sculptures around, especially the tall pillars, all carefully crafted with colourful designs!
Amazingly, you can find out more about the historical city of Ho Chi Minh here.
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