The Hanoitimes - Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is always hot, noisy, chaotic and perhaps unromantic, but still a very popular holiday destination. Indian Link, one of Australia’s leading ethnic newspapers, has listed 10 reasons why annually around eight million visitors mark their footsteps Ho Chi Minh City. Australia’s newspaper lists 10 reasons to visit Ho Chi Minh City. Cherish French memoirs, experience the horrors of war, enjoy the essence of victory, learn more about Vietnam, visit temples and pagodas are a few of the tips the article gives Ho Chi Minh city travelers to take an adventure trip. The writer suggested French memoirs the number one reason why visitors to Ho Chi Minh City. “The spirit of the French, who lived there for almost a century, is still encapsulated in the city’s passion for baguettes, coffee, champagne and series of pastel-hued buildings like the Norte Dame Cathedral, Main Post Office, Opera House and Hotel … [Read more...] about 10 reasons to visit Ho Chi Minh City
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UK royal naval ship visits Ho Chi Minh City
The visit of the warship, with 555 troops on board, is one of the activities in celebration of the 45th founding anniversary of the Vietnam-UK diplomatic ties (September 11, 1973 - 2018). It also aims to implement contents signed between the two countries’ defense ministries over the past time on strengthening the bilateral friendship and defense cooperation. With the standard displacement of 19,560 tons, the length of 176 meters and the width of 28.9 meters, the HMS Albion is capable of carrying 67 tanks and armored vehicles of all kinds and accommodating from 405 to 710 troops depending on real combat situations. The rear submerged deck can contain up to four landing boats and two high-speed canoes to serve the landing and loading of troops and equipment during combat. During the stay in Ho Chi Minh City, the ship’s chain-of-command is to pay courtesy calls to leaders of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee and the Commands of Military Region 7 and Naval … [Read more...] about UK royal naval ship visits Ho Chi Minh City
Russian market in Ho Chi Minh City
There is a Russian market in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. The market sells the iconic wooden roly poly dolls, souvenirs, and warm clothes from Russia, attracting crowds of foreign and domestic customers. The Russian market on District 1’s Vo Van Kiet street was built in 2000. It covers an area of 2,000 square meters. The three-storey market has 200 booths selling clothes, footwear, bags, and household appliances. With nearly 200 kiosks, the market welcomes thousands of shoppers each day. Customers that visit the market are from all over the world, not just Vietnam. After nearly two decades, the market has become a venue for everyone who loves Russian culture and products. It has also become a unique attraction for both foreign and domestic tourists when they visit Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s most bustling city. –VNA … [Read more...] about Russian market in Ho Chi Minh City
Mr Vo Van Thuong visits Ho Chi Minh city Journalists Association
Comrade Vo Van Thuong visits Ho Chi Minh city Journalists Association (Source: CPV)Mr. Thuong sent best wishes to leaders, officers, members and journalists in Ho Chi Minh city, for health, successful completion of assigned tasks and to uphold the tradition of 93 years of the Vietnam revolutionary press. He affirmed that over the past years, press agencies and workers have made great contribution to the cause of national construction and development, providing information about Party policies and State laws to local people. In particular, the press plays an important role, contributing its voice on all fronts of politics, ideology, culture, security, national defence, economics and foreign affairs. President of Ho Chi Minh city Journalists Association Ma Dieu Cuong gave brief information about the association’s activities over the past years, as well as orientations in the near future. He also express his thanks to the Party, State and PCC Commission for Popularization and … [Read more...] about Mr Vo Van Thuong visits Ho Chi Minh city Journalists Association
France’s naval ships visit Ho Chi Minh City
Due to its heavier tonnage and deeper draft, Dixmude docked at Ba Ria-Vung Tau port, while Surcouf docked at the port of Ho Chi Minh City. During their stay, the officers will pay courtesy visits to leaders of the municipal People’s Committee, the Naval Region 2 Command; and the city’s Military High Command. Accordingly, the crew members will take part in exchanges and joint drill activities, as well as share their experience in fields of their common concern. They will also visit some historical relic sites and natural landscapes in HCM City. The visit of the French naval ships is part of activities to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Vietnam-France diplomatic ties and the five years of their Strategic Partnership, contributing to promote the cooperation between the two navies in particular and the bilateral defense relations in general. The PANO would like introduce some photos of the visit. La Fayette-class frigate FS Surcouf docking in Ho Chi Minh … [Read more...] about France’s naval ships visit Ho Chi Minh City