Exploring Ho Chi Minh City: A Day in the Heart of Vietnam VLOG
Heat. Heat. N. [Music] Welcome to Saigon. [Music] Welcome to Vietnam. Vanessa and I are officially in our 62nd country and we’re on a tour of Ho Chi Min City or Saigon. And our first stop is the Presidential Palace and Reunification Palace. Independence Palace, also publicly known as the Reunification Convention Hall, is a landmark in Ho Chi Min City, formerly known as Saigon, Vietnam. It was the home and workplace of the president of the Republic of Vietnam, South Vietnam. It was also the site of the fall of Saigon on the 30th of April 1975 that ended the Vietnam War. After the reunification of North and South Vietnam, the building continued to serve as government and presidential offices until 1976 when the capital of South Vietnam was officially moved to Hanoi and the government’s functions were relocated. The palace is now preserved as a museum open to the public and is popular tourist attraction in Ho Chi Min City. Okay, we are at the uh Saigon Post Office and let’s go. This was built by Eiffel guy that built the Eiffel Tower. Those old telephones. Okay, we’re walking down the streets of Saigon and they are crazy. And we’re going over here to bank to get some uh Vietnam dong. So, here we go. Here we are. Cross traffic. That’s crazy. [Music] Fresh vegetables. Look at all the motorcycles. That’s crazy. Come on. Come on. Okay, it’s time for another infamous Saigon Street crossing. You ready? Here we go. That one was That one’s pretty easy. That one was pretty easy. In the 60s, this building served as a residential complex for government military personnel. Now, it’s been converted into cafes and creative spaces. All right, we’ve stopped at a restaurant here in Saigon and u it’s about uh 300° outside and it’s about 290 in here. And we’ve uh we’ve ordered a boni sandwich and some fried rice, couple bottles of water. We’ll see how that comes out and what the total cost is. And we actually have a really good view in our restaurant. So give you a peek. So this is the view from our table. We’re at the very front of the restaurant. We have fans on and off. And something unique here is uh when you order your food, you have to pay for it first and then they bring your food out to [Music] you. This is a meal. beef. It’s got best beef and everything on it. Rice and Vanessa said the rice is delicious. So, so far the sandwich just really good. It is um beef, uh fresh cucumber, uh carrots, and lettuce, and a little bit of onion in it. And it’s on a French baguette, which is from the French influence when Vietnam was occupied by the French. And then rice. [Music] Very good. The Rex Hotel was the site of the United States military’s command’s daily press conferences on the Vietnam War. In these briefings, United States, South Vietnamese military, and the civilian press officers would give a breakdown of the day’s hostilities, casualties, and alleged successes. Its rooftop bar was a well-known hangout spot for military officials, and war correspondents. At the height of the Vietnam War in the late 1960s, the Rex Complex had around 600 employees and was frequented regularly by over 450 international journalists covering the US war effort. Okay, we’ve stopped to look at preparations for the 50th anniversary of the wars end. And they have a whole big display set up over here of uh howitzer cannons. And you can see Now you can see all the rush of motors crazy They say about 90% of the population rides motorcycles. Everything else you see is mainly taxis and buses. This is crazy. Wow, here we go. Okay. [Music] Wow. Uh-oh. Unbelievable. Unbelievable. [Music] [Music] Dang long. That’s what she said. Okay, we’ve stopped in Chinatown in Saigon and this is one of the oldest temples in Saigon. You smell the incense. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] We’ve concluded our day in Saigon. We’ve made it back to the ship. It was a long day, but we got to see a whole lot. Had uh some good food, got a great souvenir, and uh we’re going to sit back and relax the rest of the night and turn in early. But it was a good day in our first trip to Vietnam, country number 62. [Music] [Applause] [Music]
In this VLOG, join me on an unforgettable adventure as I explore the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City, the former capital of South Vietnam. From the historic Reunification Palace to the bustling streets of District 1, I’ll take you on a journey through the heart of this fascinating city. Indulge in the local flavors of authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including the popular Bahn Meh, and get ready to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of this Southeast Asian gem. Whether you’re a seasoned urban explorer or just looking for a unique travel experience, this video is your ultimate guide to discovering the real Saigon. So, sit back, relax, and let’s dive into the wonders of Ho Chi Minh City together!
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