Mariamman Temple, Ho Chi Minh City

Name: Mariamman Temple
Address: 45 Truong Dinh, Ho Chi Minh City, 70000, Vietnam

#51 among attractions in Ho Chi Minh City

Temple, Sacred and religious sites

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The Mariamman Temple in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is a temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Mariamman. It was built in the late 19th century by Nattukottai Nagarathar a trade community from Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is now under the management of the Vietnamese Indian Children brought up by Late priest Attangudi Lakshmanan Chettiar who previously used to be the priest who managed the Thenday Yutthapani Temple at 66, Ton That Thiep, Quan 1, HCMC. ()

Coordinates: 10°46'20"N, 106°41'46"E

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45 Truong DinhQuận 1 (Bến Thành)Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam

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Day trips

Mariamman Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, Ben Thanh Market.

~1750 ftN
Prominent government center during war
Independence Palace, Ho Chi Minh City
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0.5 miNW
Military equipment and photos on display
War Remnants Museum, Ho Chi Minh City
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0.5 miNE
19th-century European-style cathedral
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City
13 min walk • The Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon stands as a testament to the French colonial legacy in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Officially known as the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of The Immaculate Conception, this venerable church is an architectural marvel that...
~730 ftE
Destination for souvenirs and local food
Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City
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0.6 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
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0.6 miNE
Colonial concert hall and ballet stage
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~1940 ftNE
Regal museum with historic antiquities
Ho Chi Minh City Museum, Ho Chi Minh City
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0.5 miNE
Square
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0.6 miNE
Grand 19th-century post office
Saigon Central Post Office, Ho Chi Minh City
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~1380 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
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0.5 miE
Skyscraper with a mall and a viewing deck
Bitexco Financial Tower, Ho Chi Minh City
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mariamman Temple?

Nearby attractions include Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City (4 min walk), Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music, Ho Chi Minh City (5 min walk), Tao Dan Park, Ho Chi Minh City (7 min walk), General Sciences Library of Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City (7 min walk).

How to get to Mariamman Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mariamman Temple:

Bus

Trường THPT Ernst Thälmann • Lines: 109 (5 min walk)
Trường Ernst Thalmann • Lines: 01 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Sai Gon Hydrofoil Terminal (20 min walk)
Bến Bạch Đằng • Lines: 1 (21 min walk)

Train

Ba Son (37 min walk)