The Hanoitimes - Some tourists think it would be interesting to go back to Ho Chi Minh City and explore other parts of Vietnam. Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City Hall, and Saigon Central Post Office are just few of the wonderful destinations in Ho Chi Minh for travelers taking an adventure trip, Claire Algarme wrote in an article published on Sun Star, a Philippine English-language newspaper. Sun Star lists seven must-visit locations in Ho Chi Minh City. The writer has named Ben Thanh Market the number one destination among the best seven locations across Ho Chi Minh City. “Ben Thanh Market with over a century-old structure is one of the famous destinations in Ho Chi Minh City,” Sun Star wrote. Ben Thanh market is followed by Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Saigon Notre Dame Basilica, Saigon Central Post Office, Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, and Tao Dan Park. Earlier, Ho Chi Minh City has been ranked 5th among the 10 hot travel destinations that are … [Read more...] about Sun Star lists seven must-visit locations in Ho Chi Minh City
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Ben Thanh in Ho Chi Minh City turns into safe-food market
A pilot project implemented by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade in 2016-20 has recently turned two large markets into safe-food suppliers. A pilot project implemented by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade in 2016-20 has recently turned two large markets into safe-food suppliers. According to the project, Ben Thanh Market in District 1 and Hoc Mon Produce Wholesale Market in Hoc Mon District have been transformed into model markets that ensure food safety. The model has been applied to food service as well as the trade of certain farming produce, including vegetables, pork, and more. Food sold at those markets must include receipts, invoices, and safety certificates. Vendors are required to have business registration certificates, certificates of food safety knowledge, an annual health certificate following the regulations by the Ministry of Health, and personal protection equipment during the production and trading process. The markets must … [Read more...] about Ben Thanh in Ho Chi Minh City turns into safe-food market
Ho Chi Minh City downtown area to be expanded
The downtown area of Ho Chi Minh City will be expanded into five quarters, with motorbikes and personal cars to be banned in the core area, according to a new urban plan by the city Department of Planning and Architecture. According to the plan, which has been approved by the city government, the existing downtown area, covering District 1 and District 3, will be expanded to include an area along the Saigon River in District 4 and Binh Thanh District and the ports along Nguyen Tat Thanh Street and the Tau Hu-Ben Nghe canals. Specifically, the downtown area will cover 930 hectares including such wards as Nguyen Thai Binh, Ben Thanh, Ben Nghe, Pham Ngu Lao, and the parts of the Cau Ong Lanh and Da Kao Wards in District 1; Ward 6 and a part of Ward 7 in District 3; Wards 9, 12, 13 and 18 in District 4; and Wards 22 and a part of Ward 19 in Binh Thanh District. Many streets in the area will become pedestrian streets and shopping areas, and the green area will be expanded by 70 … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City downtown area to be expanded
Ho Chi Minh City’s leaders lead the environment sanitation campaign
Leaders of Ho Chi Minh City and over 500 inhabitants on January 26 took part in collecting waste at the popular tourist spot of Ben Thanh market. This is the first activity of the city in response to the movement to lead a civilized life style. The drive urges people to collect waste and rubbish in public places such as markets, parks and bus stations. These activities aim to improve awareness of local people as well as visitors to the city's environment, said Nguyen Thi Thu Ha, Vice Chairman of the city People's Committee. This year, the city is focusing on raising people awareness in abiding by the traffic laws, and building a cultural and civilized life style and in protecting the environment in urban areas. Source: Vnexpress Translated by Duy Minh … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City’s leaders lead the environment sanitation campaign
1,200 international visitors to arrive in Ho Chi Minh City
nd with about 1,200 passengers and crew on board and will be received by Saigontourist. The visitors, mostly from Italy, Spain and the UK, will tour famous spots in Ho Chi Minh City such as the Madonna Church, ThongNhatPalace, the city's theatre, and Ben Thanh Market. They will also experience the beauty and cuisine of My Tho and visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. The group will then go to Danang on 7.30 on June 4th; contemplate the old city of Hoi An, and see historical relics in the ancient capital of Hue. At 7pm on June 4th, the Costa Allegra will leave Danang for China. Source: HNMO Translated by Mai Huong … [Read more...] about 1,200 international visitors to arrive in Ho Chi Minh City