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Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh is the largest city in Vietnam and a bustling metropolis with a vibrant mix of traditional and modern influences. It is a popular tourist destination offering many attractions, historical sites, delicious cuisine, and a bustling urban atmosphere. With its rich history, bustling streets, delicious food, and a blend of traditional and modern attractions, Ho Chi Minh City offers visitors a unique and captivating experience.

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Commonly known by its previous moniker – Saigon City, or by abbreviations such as HCMC or HCM – Ho Chi Minh, once the capital city of Vietnam, is the country’s largest city. Say the name ‘Saigon’, and a shower of images will invade you: the whirring of a million motorbikes, pagodas both traditional and ancient, overflowing Ho Chi Minh markets, sleek skyscrapers, and the landscape of French colonial architecture. 

One of Southeast Asia’s most provocative cities, let the power and kaleidoscopic energy of Saigon seduce you with its never-ending charm. Find out everything you need to know about this chaotic yet exciting city in our Ho Chi Minh travel guide (or shall we say Saigon travel guide?)!

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