The famous temples and markets in Sai Gon are not only an impressive sight for tourists to visit, but also the religious centers for Buddhists to practice their beliefs. If you find it hard to know where to start for the spiritual trip and the best places for shopping in Sai Gon, let us list top famous temples and markets in Ho Chi Minh City here!
1. Giac Lam Pagoda – The Oldest Pagoda In Saigon
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(Giac Lam pagoda-source from @erlelim)[/caption]
As the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City, Giac Lam Pagoda is also recognized by the Ministry of Culture and Information as the national historical and cultural relic. Its highlight focuses on the complex of towers built at the beginning of the 19th century.
Unlike others, Giac Lam Pagoda was designed under the South Vietnam’s architectural style. There were a total of 38 multi-sized towers, based on the combination of the architectural style of the ethnic minorities and light resemblances of both Western and Eastern architecture.
Today, it still maintains a number of valuable historical cultural and sculptural documents and items. On some special occasions, dozens of domestic and foreign tourists arrive in here to go sightseeing, spread their eyes over the pagoda’s unique architecture, as well as burn the joss sticks to pray for every best wish. Read more about Giac Lam Pagoda.
- Opening Hours: 5 AM to 12 PM and 2 AM to 8 PM every day
- Address: 565 Lac Long Quan Street, Ward 10, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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2. Vinh Nghiem Pagoda – The Tallest Stone Tower In Vietnam
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(Vinh Nghiem pagoda-source from @milanpham)[/caption]
Vinh Nghiem Pagoda extremely boasts of a stone tower that is the highest one around the country. Inaugurated in late December 2003, this is the first 14-meter stone tower in the South built by lots of skilled craftsmen.
Thanks to being a recent monument, the pagoda inherits an endless source of inspiration from traditional Vietnamese structure and a modern touch of Japanese architectural style, which makes its more stable, spectacular, and majestic. That’s why many people state that the pagoda is truly the peaceful combination of both ancient and modern elements.
Every lunar year, a countless number of people eagerly visit the pagoda to pray for luck and health. Lots of students also pray for their high scores in the next exams.
- Opening Hours: 6 AM to 8 PM every day
- Address: 339 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Ward 7, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
3. Nam Thien Nhat Tru Pagoda – The Southern One Pillar Pagoda
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(Nam Thien Nhat Tru-source from @hien.hulk)[/caption]
Built in 1958 by the monk, namely Thich Tri Dung, Nam Thien Nhat Tru Pagoda aims to be a landmark so that Buddhists in the South may arrive in to worship Buddha, recall their ancestors, as well as pray for a prosperous country. It was actually modeled on one pillar pagoda in the North, from truss, rafters, and roofs to even the pattern of layout. The only difference is building materials.
Nam Thien Nhat Tru Pagoda was built from reinforced concrete. Looking from the main gate, it was established in the middle of the Dragon Eye (Long Nhãn) Lake. The lake is also beautified by the pink lotus blossom, which covers an area of over 600 square meters. Lots of travelers choose to visit the pagoda so as to admire the beauty of its solemn architecture as well as let their spirit relax with the wooden bell ringing.
- Opening Hours: From Monday to Sunday
- Address: 100 Dang Van Bi Street, Binh Tho Ward, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
4. An Đông Market
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(An Đông Market-source from @claudia_jheng)[/caption]
An Đông Market is the biggest fabric market in Ho Chi Minh City. You might have to search the different booths for a while, at least if your wish is rather eccentric, but usually you find what you need. Prices in this area are mostly fixed and reasonable, but double-check.
Downstairs you find the usual articles that you find in other markets as well. Fashion in Asian sizes, wholesale goods and food kitchens. If you are just shopping for small amounts of goods and not well-versed in using this kind of market, you might want to do some research on pricing beforehand.
- Opening Hours: From Monday to Sunday
- Address: Cong Truong An Dong, ward 9, district 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
5. Nguyễn Tri Phương Market
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(Nguyễn Tri Phương Market-source from @ngoctu.0807)[/caption]
Nguyễn Tri Phương Market is exactly that, a huge market in District 10 that has everything any other big market offers. From spice vendors to rice soup kitchens to goldsmiths, it satisfies your needs.
Of course, the freshest fruit and vegetables are sold out until noon, but there is a steady supply coming in. Fresh seafood and tea leaves are some of the recommended things there.
- Opening Hours: From Monday to Sunday
- Address: 68, Nguyen Lam street, ward 6, district 10,Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
6. Binh Tay Market
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(famous temples and markets in Sai Gon-source from @groucrew)[/caption]
Binh Tay Market, constructed by the French in the 1880s, is located in the centre of Vietnam’s largest Chinatown district. This market mainly serves the local population with its extensive range of fresh fruits, vegetables, poultry, meat and seafood from regions across Vietnam.
Also known as Cholon Chinatown Market, Binh Tay Market occupies a two-storey building along Thap Moui Street. Travelers can also find an assortment of handicrafts, lacquerware, and textiles that are sold in bulk, though goods are not varied compared to other (more touristy) markets in downtown Hanoi. Along with the interesting historical and cultural aspect of Cholon, Binh Tay Market is great for experiencing the local lifestyle and sampling unique Vietnamese-Chinese delicacies.
- Opening Hours: 08:00 – 17:00
- Address: 57A Thap Muoi, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City
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