The Reunification Hall (Independence Palace) is one of Ho Chi Minh City's historical landmarks. It witnessed the momentous historical event of April 30, 1975, with the Ho Chi Minh Campaign – the culmination of the 1975 Spring Offensive and Uprising.
The headquarters of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council and People's Committee on Le Thanh Ton Street is a magnificent and ancient architectural work built during the French colonial period in the sophisticated Baroque style; this building stands out with its delicate sculptural details and solemn appearance, becoming an architectural symbol of the city.
The Central Post Office is one of the city's iconic architectural landmarks, bearing a strong French influence, located right next to Notre Dame Cathedral. Designed by architect Villedieu and his assistant Foulhoux, the building is notable for its large dome, arched windows, classic tiled floors, and two large historical maps painted on the walls at the main entrance.
Nha Rong Wharf is a historical testament, marking the first steps of President Ho Chi Minh on his journey to find a way to save the country.
Built in 1914, Ben Thanh Market is not only a commercial center but also a cultural heritage of the city, witnessing countless ups and downs of history. Ben Thanh Market has seen many changes and has become a vivid testament to the history and development of Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City is more bustling than ever during these historic April days, with flags and flowers adorning every corner.
From a city steeped in history, Ho Chi Minh City is undergoing a powerful transformation to become the financial, technological, and innovation hub of Southeast Asia. Seen from above, a series of impressive skyscrapers and modern landmarks stand out along the Saigon River.
With its rapid urbanization and well-planned investment policies, Ho Chi Minh City is constantly affirming its role as the economic locomotive of the country, ready to pioneer and lead the way into a new era - an era of strong, prosperous development.
Me Linh Square in District 1 is considered the "heart" of the western bank of the Saigon River. It's the intersection of six streets (from left to right): Ton Duc Thang, Ngo Duc Ke, Ho Huan Nghiep, Phan Van Dat, Hai Ba Trung, and Thi Sach. The area surrounding the roundabout is home to many office buildings and upscale hotels, and in the center is an artificial lake with a statue of Tran Hung Dao.
Skyscrapers and smart urban areas portray a youthful and modern city.
The Sala urban area – the first high-end residential area in Thu Thiem (Thu Duc City) – impresses with its vast green park spaces and comprehensive amenities. It contributes to the strategy of developing a sustainable city, where nature blends harmoniously with modernity.
Phu My Hung urban area (District 7) is the first model urban area in the country. To date, Phu My Hung has become a financial, commercial, service, industrial, and educational center in the southern part of Ho Chi Minh City.
In the image, the Crescent Lake, modeled after Singapore Bay, serves as a "community heart," connecting and harmonizing with the entire South Saigon urban area.
The diverse transportation system, ranging from roads and waterways to urban rail, is increasingly making its mark on Ho Chi Minh City. In the photo, Phu My Bridge – the largest cable-stayed bridge in Ho Chi Minh City, connecting District 7 with Thu Duc City – stands out against the green river.
The Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien Metro Line 1, scheduled to officially begin operation at the end of 2024, marks a new milestone in Ho Chi Minh City's transportation infrastructure. With a total investment of approximately 43,700 billion VND, Metro Line 1 is 19.7 km long, passing through 3 underground stations and 11 elevated stations, connecting the central District 1 with the eastern part of the city.
The vision of a civilized, modern city with a green, high-quality public transportation system and numerous amenities is gradually becoming a reality.
The Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe canal, nearly 10 km long, flows through districts 1, 3, Binh Thanh, Phu Nhuan, and Tan Binh before emptying into the Saigon River.
In 1993, Ho Chi Minh City began renovating the canal and constructing two roads, Hoang Sa and Truong Sa, running along it, with a total investment of over 8,600 billion VND. When the project was implemented, thousands of dilapidated houses were demolished, and nearly 7,000 households were relocated. The canal was dredged, removing nearly 1.1 million cubic meters of soil, nearly 16 km of embankment was installed, 9 km of drainage pipes were constructed, bridges were reinforced, high-capacity pumps were installed, and roads were built along both sides.
To date, the green canal flowing through the inner city is not only an urban highlight but also improves the environment and beautifies the city.
Over the past 50 years, from a place fraught with difficulties after the war, Ho Chi Minh City has risen to become a major economic center, likened to a city of modern skyscrapers, truly deserving the title "Pearl of the Far East".
Nguyen Hue - Vietnamnet.vn
Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/do-thi-tphcm-hien-dai-sau-50-nam-dat-nuoc-thong-nhat-2396453.html
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