Tales of Cho Lon – Vibrant Chinatown Culture

OVERVIEW TOUR

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  • Pick-up: MSA’s tour guide and vehicle will pick you up at the designated meeting point in the city.

  • Visit Nghia An Assembly Hall: The first stop takes you to one of the oldest and most famous assembly halls of the Chinese community in Chợ Lớn. Featuring unique traditional architecture and exquisite carvings, this site preserves rich cultural, religious values, and the history of the Chinese settlement in Saigon.

  • Explore Binh Tay Market: The journey continues to the bustling trading hub of the Chợ Lớn area. Here, you will feel the vibrant pulse of this famous wholesale market, admire its distinct Asian-style architecture, and learn about the unique trading culture that has thrived across generations.

  • Visit Thien Hau Temple: The next destination is a sacred, over 250-year-old ancient temple, renowned for its unique hanging incense coils and authentic Chinese architecture. You will have the opportunity to learn about the folk beliefs of the Chinese community while enjoying a serene atmosphere in the heart of the bustling city.

  • End of the Journey: The vehicle and tour guide will safely drop you off at your original pick-up point. The tour concludes, leaving you with rich cultural experiences and fascinating stories about Ho Chi Minh City’s oldest Chinatown.