Many excursions in Ho Chi Minh City start from a visit to the Reunification Palace. The gorgeous palace was built at the end of the 19th century by local colonizers. In 1963, the historic landmark suffered much damage during the bombing, but later it became possible to recover it. The center of the city is the location of picturesque Paris Square that has a notable landmark nearby – Notre Dame Cathedral. This church is also an important landmark of the colonial period. The building of the cathedral was finished in 1880. For more than a century, it has been one of the most inimitable landmarks from an architectural point of view.
In Ho Chi Minh City, tourists will see many gorgeous temples and pagodas, and Emperor Jade Pagoda is definitely one of the most unusual. It was constructed in honor of Ngoc Hoang, a Taoist god. The entrance to this temple is absolutely free for everyone. A giant statue of the god is the main decoration of the inner design. There is an interesting landmark that dates back to the war period in the outskirts of the city. These are the tunnels of Củ Chi. They were constructed during the partisan war period. It is a true underground town. The total length of all tunnels is more than 200 kilometers. Many elements of the original town have been reconstructed, so nowadays visitors can see warehouses, living premises, kitchens, a hospital, and other important facilities.
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