Golden sunshine in late April highlights historical landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City

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The green lawn and fountain are signature features of the Independence Palace. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA
Ben Thanh Market is considered a tourism symbol of Ho Chi Minh City, glowing under the April sunshine. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA
Nha Rong Wharf, now the Ho Chi Minh Museum – Ho Chi Minh City branch, where President Ho Chi Minh departed 115 years ago to seek a path for national salvation, shines in the April sun. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA
The Saigon Opera House is regarded as a cultural and architectural highlight in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA
Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon bears distinctive religious architectural features associated with the history and development of Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA
The Saigon Central Post Office is one of the most popular attractions for international visitors in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA
Golden sunshine in late April highlights historical landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City
In the historic days of late April, marking the 51st anniversary of the Liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2026), golden sunshine bathes the iconic historical sites of Ho Chi Minh City, enhancing their beauty. These landmarks are closely associated with the formation and development of the city named after President Ho Chi Minh, evoking pride in its journey of struggle, construction, and integration. Photo: Hong Dat – VNA