Ho Chi Minh City is a dizzying hub of activity that'll whisk you away – we shortlist some of the best spots and experiences to take in.
When it comes to Southeast Asia, Ho Chi Minh City might not be atop your Mid-Autumn Festival travel plans, but it’d be a crime to overlook the energetic, intriguing city. While you may already be familiar with its historical architecture – the colonial charm of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, for instance – and its buzzing street markets, look closer and you’ll discover the new and creative developing alongside the old and traditional, from the artisanal coffee houses cropping up next to the countless stalls and cafes where you can order Vietnamese drip coffee to young, up-and-coming designers infusing new life into local crafts.
By: Leanne Mirandilla
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