The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Building was built in 1898 and was put into use in 1909.

Location & History

With its beautiful architecture, the People’s Committee Building has not ceased to impress tourists with its elaborate bas-reliefs carved on the walls as well as solid Roman-style columns and domes.
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A majestic colonial beauty

The People’s Committee Building, one of 17 landmarks over 100 years old of Ho Chi Minh City, was designed and constructed under the supervision of Femand Gardes between 1889 and 1909.
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This building was known as Hôtel de Ville during the French colonial period, while it was converted into a town hall by the South Vietnamese government. Since 1975, this building has been known as the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Building. Located at the intersection of Nguyen Hue Boulevard and Le Thanh Ton Street, you can easily go to any area of ​​downtown Ho Chi Minh City. This Renaissance-style town hall bears a striking resemblance to the town hall in Paris.

The façade of this building is a perfect amalgamation of various decorations, the most famous of which is the Marianne bas-relief located in the center of the façade, reflecting the architecture of the French Third Republic. . The interior of this building is heavenly, with exquisite furniture pieces and harmonious frescoes, taking up most of the cellar’s space.

However, the sad thing is that because the building is not open to the public, not many people have the opportunity to soak up the building’s heaven-like atmosphere.

However, walking around the exterior of the building is already a fascinating experience that can fill in nostalgia for Vietnam’s colonial past. Also, this is a protected area, don’t forget to behave properly and avoid suspicious behavior if you don’t want to get in trouble.

How to get there

Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Building is located on the most beautiful street of Ho Chi Minh City: Nguyen Hue Street. If you plan to stay in District 1, the building is within walking distance of anywhere.

Useful information

• Location: Nguyen Hue Boulevard, City.

• Best for: Families, couples, alone

• Entrance: N / A

• Hours: N / A

• Distance to city center: 9.8km (6.1 mi)