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Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee
City government office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Travel Tips
Its grandeur and historical significance make it a notable sight. 1
Introduction
History
- 📜 Original Name: Hôtel de Ville, designed by Paul Gardès
- 🏗️ Construction: Built between 1902 and 1908
- 🇫🇷 Colonial Era: Served as the headquarters of the Saigon City Council
- 🇻🇳 Post-1975: Became the People's Committee Building after the Fall of Saigon
- 🗓️ Reunification Day: Opened to the public for the first time on April 29-30, 2023
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Architecture
- 🏛️ Style: French Renaissance Revival architecture
- 🏰 Features: Steeply sloping roofs, dormer windows, towers, and arched entrances
- 🎨 Sculptures: Embossed sculptures of goddesses, nymphs, and angels
- 🖼️ Interior: French Renaissance influence with paintings of wreaths, palm leaves, laurel branches, and angels
- 🚫 Access: Interior not open to the public
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Visiting Tips
- 📸 Best Time: Visit at night for illuminated views
- 🚶 Walking: Easily accessible by walking along Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- 🚴 Transport: Rent a bike, scooter, or take a motorbike/taxi if staying further away
- 📷 Photo Spots: Popular for exterior photos, especially the statue of Ho Chi Minh teaching a child
- 🌳 Gardens: Enjoy the small garden with trees and flowers in front of the building
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Nearby Attractions
- 🚶 Nguyen Hue Walking Street: Pedestrian street with high-rise buildings, restaurants, and shops
- 🎭 Ho Chi Minh City Opera House: French Renaissance-inspired structure, perfect for photos and performances
- ⛪ Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral: Built in 1877-1880, known for its bright red bricks and tranquil atmosphere
- 🏨 Rex Hotel: Famous for its rooftop bar with city views
- 🏛️ Independence Palace: Historical site related to the Vietnam War
- 🏙️ Landmark 81: One of the tallest buildings in Vietnam, offering panoramic views
- 🕌 Jade Emperor Pagoda: A beautiful and historic temple
- 🖼️ War Remnants Museum: Offers insights into the Vietnam War
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Transportation
- 🚶 Walking: Ideal if staying in District 1, as many attractions are within walking distance
- 🚴 Biking: Rent a bike or scooter for a more flexible and local experience
- 🚕 Taxi: Convenient for those staying further away or preferring comfort
- 🛵 Motorbike: Popular and efficient way to navigate the city
- 🚇 Metro: Future metro station under construction near the building
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| Travel Information |
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| 📞 Phone: +84 28 3829 6052 |
| 🌐 Website: http://vpub.hochiminhcity.gov.vn/ |
| 🕒 Hours: See hours |
| 📍 Address: 86 Đ. Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh 710212, Vietnam |
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