Located peacefully in the heart of the bustling city, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History is one of the special destinations that helps people and tourists explore the depth of Vietnamese history and culture. From ancient artifacts to outstanding French-Indochinese architecture, the museum is a place to preserve the indelible marks of a golden age.
Currently, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History owns about 40,000 unique and precious artifacts, introducing the history and culture of our country from primitive times until 1945.
Unique Indochinese architectural imprint
Built in 1929, the museum building has a strong Indochinese architectural style, harmoniously combining the grandeur of France and traditional Asian features. The space outside the museum is surrounded by rows of ancient trees, creating a sense of tranquility in the midst of a bustling city.
The museum building has a strong Indochinese architectural style.
Stepping inside, visitors will immediately feel the solemnity but also the vitality of the exhibition space. From the large corridor with delicate arches to the intricate carvings, every corner of the museum exudes the beauty of history and art.
Every corner of the museum exudes the beauty of history and art.
Journey to discover 4,000 years of history
The museum currently owns more than 30,000 artifacts, divided into many display areas according to time, starting from prehistoric times to modern times.
Notably, the Oc Eo cultural exhibition area attracts attention with precious artifacts such as Vishnu altars, Buddha statues and gold jewelry. In addition, the Sa Huynh cultural area provides an insight into the lives of East Sea residents thousands of years ago.
The exhibition space displays archaeological discoveries of human teeth in caves in Tham Khuyen, Tham Hai (Lang Son), primitive stone tools with traces of primitive people in Nuong mountain (Thanh Hoa), Dat mountain (Dong Nai)...
Ms. Nguyen Thu Ha, a tourist from Hanoi, shared: "I have heard about the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History for a long time, but coming here I was really impressed. The antiques such as stone tombs or ceramics made me feel like I was traveling back in time to the past."
A highlight not to be missed is the exhibition area about the Nguyen Dynasty, with the throne, crowns of the kings, and valuable documents about a prosperous period of the country's history.
Bronze drum
Space inside the museum
The room introduces the Nguyen Dynasty, with royal costumes and objects.
Unique experiences in modern space
Recently, the museum has invested in more modern technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and touch screens, allowing viewers to interact directly with the displayed content. Special exhibitions are regularly held, not only attracting domestic people but also making a strong impression on international visitors.
French tourist Paul Leclerc commented: "I was surprised to see how the museum used technology to bring artifacts to life. This helped me better understand Vietnamese culture, a country with a very rich history."
Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History owns about 40,000 unique and precious artifacts.
Space connecting past and present
Not only a place to preserve artifacts, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History is also an ideal destination for those who love to learn and explore culture. Activities such as Han Nom writing classes, ancient painting, or thematic talks have helped the museum become a lively bridge between the past and the present.
Champa cultural exhibition space
Linga-Yoni is considered to be the symbol of creation of god Shiva.
The museum is open from 8am to 5pm daily, with ticket prices starting from only 30,000 VND, suitable for all audiences. This place is not only an ideal stop for the weekend but also a place for everyone to find some peace of mind.
The museum attracts many young people to visit.
Amidst the hustle and bustle of life, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History is like an invitation for everyone to slow down, to feel and appreciate the values of the past. No need to go far, just a quiet afternoon at the museum, you can listen to the stories from the artifacts, and through that, find new perspectives on the history of the nation.
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