The Starlight Bridge
If you find yourself in District 7 around sunset, you might want to head over to the Starlight Bridge in front of the Crescent Mall. As the sky turns dark, this pedestrian bridge is illuminated with a colorful water show.
The Great Divine Temple of Cao Dai
The city of Tay Ninh is probably known best as the birthplace of Caodaism, a modern religion which has millions of adherents in Vietnam and around the world. We were able to attend a bizarre and beautiful worship ceremony in Cao Dai's Holy See, at the Great Divine Temple.
The Palace of the Reunification
The most significant event in the history of Saigon's Presidential Palace was also the moment that it permanently lost its political relevance. On April 30th, 1975, a Viet Cong tank plowed through the gates, putting an end to the two-decade war which had torn Vietnam apart. The south had fallen, and the Presidential Palace was suddenly a relic.
The Giác Lâm Pagoda
Constructed in 1744, the Giác Lâm Pagoda is one of the oldest temples in Saigon. It's found on the western side of the city, and is most recognizable for its seven-story stupa.
The Saigon Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral
Two of Saigon's most picturesque colonial buildings are found right next to each other, in the center of the city. The Central Post Office (Bưu điện) and the Notre-Dame Cathedral were constructed by the French in the late 19th century, and a visit to both is obligatory during any tour of Saigon.
