http://www.1stopsaigon.com everything you need to know about Saigon Thu, 03 Jun 2010 07:49:04 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en [caption id="attachment_204" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Dai Nam Quoc Tu Temple is found within the tourist park"][/caption]Dai Nam Tourist Park, is an interesting attraction found around 40kms from Saignon which opened in November, 2008. Dai Nam Van Hien Temple is located within the site as well as entertainment site complex, shopping areas, ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/dai-nam-tourist-park/ [caption id="attachment_200" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Ho Chi Minh City Museum"][/caption]Reunification Palace: Previously known as Independence Palace, this five-storey time-warp has been left largely as it was when Saigon fell to northern Viet Minh troops in April 30, 1975. The impressively kitsch recreation room is a popular draw as is the basement, ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/historical-sites-of-saigon/ Although Saigon is the country’s commercial centre, the city also has a healthy cultural side. Just walking around the city, you can soak up the rich blend of culture Saigon has to offer. The Saigon Opera House is at the heart of the city’s cultural centre. The building itself is ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/culture/ It is always fun to pick up some souvenirs and handicrafts when travelling in a foreign land. Such goods are particularly appealing in countries such as Vietnam and Thailand, where craftsmen use their skills to create intricate designs. Most of Vietnam’s handicrafts originate from the north. It is always more ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/shoppinghandicrafts/ Like many Southeast Asian destinations, one of Saigon’s highlights is its vibrant markets. These lively trading places are always worth experiencing, even if you don’t intend to make a purchase - although, it is often difficult not. Ben Thanh Market is a massive trading centre, and has recently been divided into ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/shoppingmarket/ Travellers who love shopping are in for a treat in Saigon. Shopping opportunities arise on every street corner, so it is best to carry some small money for those instantaneous must-buys. From upmarket off the peg originals to intricately carved souvenirs, Saigon aims to please. The shopping district in Saigon begins ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/shopping/ Most visitors to Southeast Asia indulge in a massage during their stay. Spas and massage parlours are in abundance in the tourist districts throughout Vietnam. Before you have a massage you have to decide on how much money you are willing to part with for the treatment. Spas in Saigon’s high ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/hospitalitymassage/ There is little trace of a gay community in Saigon, which is typical of Vietnam as a nation. The ‘gay lifestyle’ of the west is an unknown concept in Vietnam. The result of this ignorance means many gay Vietnamese live their life with a spouse and children, despite their homosexual ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/hosoitalitygay/ Many travellers indulge in spa treatments while travelling around Southeast Asia. Not only are the local people naturally gifted at providing these holistic treatments, but they can be enjoyed for a fraction of the price back home. Spas in Saigon fall into different categories, from the basic spa found along the ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/hopsitalityspa/ Saigon’s nocturnal offerings are a lot tamer than Bangkok, but much livelier than Vietnam’s capital city. Westerners and locals tend to create separate scenes; however, this is starting to change with more venues attracting a mixed crowd. Whatever your preference it is definitely possible to have a fun night out ... http://www.1stopsaigon.com/hospitalitynightlife/