The story of urban waterways

Amidst the hustle and bustle of a city over 300 years old, the book "Rivers and the City of Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City" stands as a tranquil passage, leading readers back to the origins of the waterways, the place that formed and nurtured this land from its earliest beginnings.

This is not just the story of the rivers, canals, and waterways flowing through the city, but also the journey of an urban area nurtured, formed, and developed in symbiosis with water. The book is also a humane reminder of the organic relationship between nature and humanity in the process of urban development .

Through each page, the author skillfully guides the reader from an overview of the geography and history of the Southern region of Vietnam to the formation of the network of rivers, canals, and waterways, and the special role of this system in shaping the urban landscape of Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City. Beyond simply recording information, the book provides evidence to help readers understand why waterways are not just landscapes but also cultural spaces and the "lifeblood" of the city.

Throughout the chapters, readers will see the changing roles of rivers and waterways in different periods: from primary means of transportation and trading hubs to community living spaces, and now as resources needing conservation in the face of modern development pressures. The book also mentions the encroachment on canals and the filling in of waterways – an inevitable part of the urbanization process.

Beyond discussing the history, culture, and importance of waterways, author Nguyen Tuan Anh also addresses efforts to restore and renovate canals such as Ben Nghe, Tau Hu, and Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe, as well as future urban development strategies linked to waterways. This serves as a bridge connecting the past, present, and future. Furthermore, the book doesn't shy away from the reality of pollution and the consequences of unsustainable development.

"Rivers and Waterways in Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City" is a sincere reminder of a forgotten local value, helping readers understand more about the distinctive urban space of the South, and evoking love and appreciation for the values ​​that rivers and waterways bring. The book is like "a gift" for those who love Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City, love its urban history, and love the beauty of a city that grew from the heart of its rivers and waterways.

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