District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Name: District 1
Address: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

#57 among attractions in Ho Chi Minh City

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District 1 is the central urban district of Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam. With a total area of 7.7211 km² the district has a population of 204,899 people as of 2010. The district is divided into 10 small subsets which are called wards. District 1 contains most of the city's administrative offices, consulates, and large buildings. District 1 is the busiest district in the city with the highest living standards. Đồng Khởi street and Nguyễn Huệ boulevard in District 1 are the city's two main commercial centers. Đồng Khởi street is an area in high demand for real estate, hitting a record price of $50,000 per square meter in 2007. ()

Local name: Quận 1 Area: 2.98 mi²Coordinates: 10°45'43"N, 106°35'42"E

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Quận Bình Tân (Tân Tạo)Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam

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Nearby attractions include: Đầm Sen Park, Chùa Bà Thiên Hậu, Giác Lâm Pagoda, Vạn Hạnh Zen Temple.

2.9 miE
Sprawling park with multiple attractions
Đầm Sen Park, Ho Chi Minh City
75 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Đầm Sen Park emerges as an oasis of entertainment and relaxation for both locals and tourists alike. This vibrant amusement park, spanning over 50 hectares, is a delightful blend of thrilling rides, serene...
4.5 miE
Chinese-style temple built in 1760
Chùa Bà Thiên Hậu, Ho Chi Minh City
116 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, the Chùa Bà Thiên Hậu temple stands as a serene sanctuary dedicated to Thiên Hậu, the Goddess of the Sea. This revered place of worship, also known as the Ba Thien Hau Pagoda, serves as a spiritual...
3.8 miE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Giác Lâm Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City
99 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, the Giác Lâm Pagoda stands as a serene sanctuary and a historical gem. This temple, one of the oldest in the city, dates back to 1744 and is a testament to the rich spiritual heritage of the region.
4.2 miE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Vạn Hạnh Zen Temple, Ho Chi Minh City
108 min walk • Nestled in the bustling urban landscape of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, the Vạn Hạnh Zen Temple stands as a serene sanctuary, offering a tranquil escape from the city's lively pace. This Buddhist temple, known for its architectural elegance and spiritual...
4.4 miE
Temple, Buddhist architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Quan Âm Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City
112 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Quan Âm Pagoda stands as a serene sanctuary amidst the urban chaos. Known to be one of the oldest temples in the city, this sacred site is dedicated to Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy in Mahayana Buddhism.
3.2 miNE
10°48'7"N • 106°37'5"E
Aeon Mall Tân Phú, Ho Chi Minh City
81 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
2.9 miE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Roller Coaster, Ho Chi Minh City
73 min walk • Roller Coaster is a steel roller coaster located at Dam Sen Cultural Park in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in 1998, it is the first roller coaster in Vietnam.
2.5 miNE
Cemetery
Bình Hưng Hòa Cemetery, Ho Chi Minh City
65 min walk • Binh Hung Hoa Cemetery was formerly the largest cemetery in the urban area of Ho Chi Minh City. It was located in the suburban outskirts of the city but due to the rapid urbanization of Ho Chi Minh City, the urban area eventually eclipsed the cemetery.
4.6 miNE
Neighbourhood
Tân Bình District, Ho Chi Minh City
117 min walk • Tân Bình is an urban district of Hồ Chí Minh City, Vietnam. The city's international airport is situated in the district. It consists of 15 wards, from Ward 1 to Ward 15. It occupies 22.43 km2. In the 2019 census, Tân Bình district has a population of 474,792 people.
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Neighbourhood
District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
1 min walk • District 7 is an urban district of Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam. As of 2010, the district had a population of 274,828 and an area of 36 km².
4.5 miE
Universities and schools
Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Ho Chi Minh City
114 min walk • The Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology is a key member university of Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City and is the flagship university in technology teaching and research activities in Vietnam.