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Chinatown (Cho Lon) - District 5, Ho Chi Minh City

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Famous for its Binh Tay Market, Chinatown (Cho Lon) - District 5 is full of teahouses, pagodas, and restaurants. This neighborhood dates back to 1778 and is popular among many tourists, but especially those from China and Taiwan. It was here that Chinese people hid from Tay Son and, later during the Vietnam war, American soldiers traded for goods on black market. Aside from shopping and eating traditional food, you can visit several sites in the district including notable mosques and temples. Planning Ho Chi Minh City trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.
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  • Cool vibe but so busy. Bustling like any Chinatown around the world. I have to say vendors are slightly more friendlier than other places and the area is a lot cleaner than other Chinatowns I have.....  more
    Cool vibe but so busy. Bustling like any Chinatown around the world. I have to say vendors are slightly more friendlier than other places and the area is a lot cleaner than other Chinatowns I have.....  more »
  • Apart from the bustling city centre, Cholon is one of the most interesting neighborhoods in Ho Chi Minh City. While the heyday of colonial Saigon has long been part of history, a stroll around the... 
    Apart from the bustling city centre, Cholon is one of the most interesting neighborhoods in Ho Chi Minh City. While the heyday of colonial Saigon has long been part of history, a stroll around the...  more »

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