Reunification Palace

#wheretogo Getting There - Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Attractions - The Independence Palace, also publicly known as the Reunification Convention Hall, is an important landmark in Ho Chi Minh City. It was designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu and was the home and workplace of the President of the Republic of Vietnam. Opening hour: Monday to Sunday, morning 7:30am to 11:00am; 1:00pm to 4:00pm Entrance fees: 40,000 VND/person

A must visit and famous historical landmark in the capital city of Vietnam, The Independence Palace also known as The Reunification Palace was located in the central region of District 1. For those who appreciate art and architecture, this palace is one of the most appealing attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. In this palace there are many rooms which house the cabinet meeting room, conference hall, president room and many more. Worry not, every room there is a display information board in red explain in details. On the rooftop of this building there is a heliport space for it emergency use. Location : 135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Open daily ( Closed on Public Holiday ) from 7.30 am - 4.00 pm Entrance fee : VND 40,000 ( Adults ) ; VND 20,000 ( Children )

Went into the Reunification Palace to do a tour visit and you would be able to see a lot of history about the reunification of Vietnam. It was a big palace that consist of a few levels (I forget how many levels there are) but you can take a lot of nice photos in the palace. (Good for your next Tinder profile pic) You will be able to view the President’s office, conference hall, the minister’s cabinet room, and the Banquet hall (of course there’s more room but I can’t recall the names, go see yourself). Someone asked me if they are able to sit on the chair but sadly you can’t as they are items that need to be protected. Try sitting on the chair and you might end up in the police station 👮🏻‍♂️🚔 Thanks for reading 😊 #hcm #vietnam #palace #history #niceplace #wow #passionpassport #travel

The Independence Palace symbolizes Vietnam's victory, peace, and territorial integrity. This place has a glamorous design, hundreds of rooms equipped with luxurious furnishings and decorations, and an enormous and gorgeous exterior space. It is the perfect place for visitors to get away from the heat in Southern Vietnam, enjoy the fresh cool air, and explore one of the most remarkable structures in Ho Chi Minh City. The Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, was built on the site of the former Norodom Palace. It represents the traditional philosophy, the oriental rituals, and the characteristics of the Vietnamese people in a harmonious combination with modern structures. The palace was built on a 12-hectare plot of land and includes a large mansion of 80-meter width. The palace is well-known not only for its historical significance but also for its unique architecture. It is a harmonious blend of modern Western and classical Eastern styles. #travel #adventure

In 1975, a North Vietnamese tank crashed into the main gate of the Independence Palace effectively ending the Vietnam War. Today, the Independence Palace, also called the Reunification Palace, is one of the main historical attractions of Ho Chi Minh City. Time seems to have “frozen” here - two tanks that participated in the storming of the palace are still standing on the territory, and an exact copy of a military helicopter is installed on the roof of the building. Inside this five-story palace, interiors in the style of the late 1960s and 1970s have been preserved. In the basement of the building there is a bunker with a labyrinth of tunnels and a telecommunications center. Address: Independence Palace, Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Bến Thành, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. #bucketlistreboot #vietnam

#createwithtrip Independent Palace or it is called Reunification Convention Hall is a iconic building that is difficult to miss if you are in Ho Chi Minh. It is located at the District 1, at the centre of the city. It was designed to be the home and workplace of the former president for the Republic of South Vietnam. Back then Ho Chi Minh was called Saigon. In 30 April 1975, Saigon fall to the army of Northern Vietnam and the army crashed through the palace and end the rule of the Republic. Hence it is also called Reunification Convention Hall. It is one of the site that ones can should visit if you want to learn more about Vietnam History and spend a few hours there. It is so accessible as it is right in the centre of the city.

Visited and paid general admission and the new exhibition on the history of Saigon. Really interesting displays and audio visual - multi lingual displays and really good photographs. #independencepalace needs more info panels but despite that it’s really interesting to walk around - you get a real sense of the history - definitely worth a visit , nice gardens and almost traffic free - great views from balcony. #happynewyear

The building was originally built in 1868 and was once the office of the French Governor in Vietnam. Now the palace is kind of muesum, with audio content, booklet and the actual physical exhibits.

In Vietnam, the Reunification Palace can be said to be a very famous attraction. Anyone who has been to Vietnam does not have to visit there. On the second day we arrived in Vietnam, we came to the prestigious Reunification Palace. Reunification Palace, formerly known as "Norodon Palace" was originally the French government in southern Vietnam. In 1954, the French evacuated and handed over the "Norodon Palace" to the then Vietnamese government. In order to show Vietnam's independence from French colonial rule, the Vietnamese government renamed it "Independence Palace." Later, with the national reunification of Vietnam's North and South, the "Independence Palace" was renamed the "Reunification Palace" as a symbol of the Vietnamese people's struggle for national independence and national unity.

Here is the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace. The place to commemorate the unity the reunification palace in the center of Ho Chi Minh was originally built by the French colonists. However, after the liberation of Vietnam, in order to commemorate the independence of the Independence Palace, it was to commemorate the reunification of the North and South. Renamed the Reunification Palace. Originally thought this was a particularly serious attraction. In fact, it has indeed witnessed many historical moments, as well as facilities such as roof aprons and air-raid shelters for specific purposes. But romantic Vietnam can always find a suitable angle for self-portraits, huge glass windows, classic cars on the ground floor, you can take a beautiful photo.

#vietnamtrip 🏛️ Another must-see spot in Ho Chi Minh City is the Reunification or Independence Palace. 🇻🇳 It's a historical gem that educates tourists about the Vietnam War. 🕰️ The palace is huge and centrally located in the city. 💸 There's an entrance fee, but considering the many places to explore, it's worth it. 🌟 We visited on a Sunday, so brace yourself for the crowds if you come on a weekend. 🙋♂️ What surprised me was the number of locals also visiting the palace. 🏢 The building has a modern style, and the façade and lawn with the water feature in front give off an authoritative vibe. 🎧 There are counters where you can get audio-guided tours. 📸 The rooms are all open for photos, but they're barricaded, so you can only take pictures from outside. 🚶♂️ There's a lot to explore from the basement to the top, so be ready to climb stairs as the lifts are small and not easy to find. 📷 There are plenty of photo opportunities. 🌆 I particularly enjoyed the rooftop with its scenic viewpoints. 🛍️ There's also a souvenir shop at the top where you can buy refreshments for a break. 🥤

September 2nd is Vietnam's National Day. In 1945, as Japan surrendered, it also announced the abolition of the last emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty, Emperor Bao Dai. On September 2nd, the Viet Minh led by Ho Chi Minh declared independence in Hanoi, the northern part of Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh delivered the 'Declaration of Independence', proclaiming the establishment of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (also known as 'North Vietnam'). However, at this time, Vietnam was actually taken over by France and the United Kingdom, the victorious nations, who respectively managed North and South Vietnam. The Japanese surrender in Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City) was accepted by the British Southeast Asia Command. Since Vietnam was originally a French colony before the Japanese occupation, the United Kingdom later handed South Vietnam back to France in exchange for its support of British colonies in Asia. However, France's national strength and military power were insufficient to sustain its colonial rule after World War II. Additionally, with the support of the Chinese and Soviet communists, the Viet Minh essentially forced France to withdraw from colonial rule in Vietnam after the Battle of Dien Bien Phu. By then, North Vietnam was firmly under the control of the Viet Minh, but due to the influence of the UK and the US and the great power games, Vietnam was eventually divided into North and South. The political center of South Vietnam is now Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon). Today, I visited the Reunification Palace, whose name has evolved from Reunification Palace to Independence Palace to Norodom Palace, built by the French Governor in 1869. The changes in its name reflect its functions during different periods. The victors become kings, the losers outcasts, an eternal truth. Today, it serves only as a place for people to visit. I had many thoughts: there were those who worked tirelessly for their country and people, the machinations of political power, the struggles between major and minor nations, and the worries of those whose time has come to an end. The ticket price is 6.5w (about 20 RMB). I added an audio guide for a total of 15.5w. There was no tour guide service on-site, let alone a Chinese-speaking guide (at the two history museums I visited later, I saw guides speaking Vietnamese, but no Chinese-speaking guides). Since today is National Day, I was worried about the crowd. Before going, a Vietnamese student who studied in China told me: Don't worry, don't worry, it won't be as crowded as in China. It opens at 8 am, and I arrived at 7:30 am. Indeed, it wasn't very crowded, not even as crowded as a park in China. The number of people queuing at the ticket office was only about twenty or thirty. When I came out after my visit, there were more people, but it was far from crowded. There were quite a few Western tour groups, and the history museums I visited later were even less crowded. I divided it into four main functional areas: the office area with the Cabinet Room, Banquet Hall, Reception Hall, Presidential Office, and Vice Presidential Office on either side, the Situation Room, and the Library; the leisure area with a cinema, billiards, and piano; the living area with a dining room and bedrooms; and the basement with the President's wartime office and bed, the Intelligence Room, and the War Situation Analysis Room, and the temporary radio room. It's not overly luxurious, but it's refined enough to match the center of power.