People of Ho Chi Minh City
The people of Ho Chi Minh City are one of the factors that make the city attractive. They are friendly, hospitable, optimistic, and dynamic. They are always ready to share, help, and cooperate with everyone. They are also people who love freedom, creativity, and like challenges.
People of Ho Chi Minh City know how to enjoy life, by participating in entertainment activities, arts, sports, and tourism. They also know how to protect and promote traditional cultural values, but are not afraid to accept new things, influences from many different cultures.
History of Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City has a diverse and rich history, witnessing many fluctuations and ups and downs of Vietnamese history. The city used to be the capital of the Indochina Federation and was the capital of the Republic of Vietnam (before 1975).
The city is also the place where many important historical events took place, such as the Southern Uprising, the General Offensive and Uprising of Mau Than, the event of April 30, 1975, and the reunification of the country.
The city is also associated with many famous historical figures of Vietnam, such as Nguyen Hue, Nguyen Anh, Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Nguyen Van Linh, Vo Van Kiet, and many other characters.
Culture of Ho Chi Minh City
The culture of Ho Chi Minh City is the crystallization of many factors, including the indigenous culture of the Kinh, Chinese, Khmer, and ethnic minorities, French culture due to the colonial period, American culture due to the influence of the Vietnam War, and contemporary culture due to international integration.
The culture of Ho Chi Minh City is expressed in many fields, such as architecture, art, music, literature, cuisine, customs, practices, and religion. Ho Chi Minh City has many outstanding architectural works, such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace, City Theater, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, and Bitexco Financial Tower. The city also has many museums, museums, exhibition houses, theaters, cinemas, stages, clubs, bars, and restaurants, where tourists can enjoy many types of art, from classical to modern, from folk to contemporary, from domestic to international.
The culinary culture of Ho Chi Minh City is a blend of many flavors, from the South to the North, from the East to the West, from traditional to modern. Ho Chi Minh City also has many festivals, cultural events, and religions, such as Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, Christmas, Buddha’s Birthday, Vu Lan, and many other festivals…
When you come to Ho Chi Minh City, you will experience beautiful architectural works, meaningful historical relics, bustling markets, and delicious food. You will also meet friendly, enthusiastic, and hospitable locals. Ho Chi Minh City will surely be a memorable destination for you. I wish you a happy and safe trip!
