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Ong Ba Chieu Mausoleum
Located in Binh Thanh District, the Mausoleum of Ông Bà Chiểu is a must-visit for those wishing to capture the beauty of tradition through the ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress). With a history of nearly 200 years, it is one of the oldest structures in the city.
The impressive Eastern architecture of the Ông Bà Chiểu Mausoleum is evident in its distinctive yin-yang tiled roof, ancient wooden doors, and exquisite ceramic reliefs. Every angle at the mausoleum is imbued with the mark of time, making photographs feel more classical than ever.
Turtle Lake
With its simple and peaceful setting, Turtle Lake is an unmissable destination for this year's Tet (Lunar New Year) ao dai (traditional Vietnamese dress) photoshoots. The rustic gray steps blend seamlessly with the surrounding greenery, further enhancing the vibrant ao dai dresses.
Taking photos in the early morning, when the sunlight filters through the trees and reflects on the lake's surface, will give you stunningly beautiful pictures.
The simple and peaceful atmosphere at Turtle Lake.
Ao Dai Museum
A location with an ancient atmosphere perfectly suited for showcasing the ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress) is the Ao Dai Museum in District 9. This unique cultural destination preserves classic ao dai designs from the collection of renowned designer Si Hoang. Amidst the bustling city of Saigon, the museum's space exudes a meditative atmosphere with lotus ponds, bamboo bridges, and traditional wooden houses. The location has become a top choice for photographers thanks to its natural setting and unique architecture.
Open from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM daily, the museum invites visitors and áo dài enthusiasts to experience and enjoy the traditional beauty of the Vietnamese áo dài.
A place with an ancient atmosphere suitable for wearing the traditional Vietnamese dress (áo dài) is the Áo Dài Museum in District 9.
Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
Located in the heart of Saigon, Ho Thi Ky flower market is famous as a paradise of flowers, often referred to as "Da Lat in the city," making it an ideal place to admire and buy flowers during the Lunar New Year. As Tet approaches, this flower market street becomes bustling and vibrant with the colorful ao dai (traditional Vietnamese dress) worn by young Saigonese taking Tet photos. To make your photos even more stunning and lively, you can buy flowers directly at the market to use as props; because it's a wholesale market, the flowers are quite affordable and fresh.
Shopping at the flower market lasts all night until morning, but to capture the best photos, the ideal time is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, when the flowers are still fresh and vibrant.
Located in the heart of Saigon, Ho Thi Ky flower market is famous as a paradise of countless varieties of flowers.
Ben Thanh Market
Ben Thanh Market has become an ideal destination for those who want to capture images of traditional ao dai (Vietnamese long dress) during Tet (Lunar New Year) in Saigon. The ancient setting of Ben Thanh Market, a symbol of old Saigon, is a top choice for dreamy and nostalgic photos.
Taking photos at Ben Thanh Market is free, but since it's a commercial area, photographers need to respect the space of the vendors. To get good photos, asking permission from the stall owners is essential. These days, passing by Ben Thanh Market, you'll see many young people gathering there, dressing up as "Miss Ba" (a character from a Vietnamese folk tale) to take the most authentic Saigon-style Tet photos.
The ancient scenery at Ben Thanh Market
Independence Palace
Located in the heart of District 1, the Independence Palace is a special national monument with classical architecture that blends modern touches. From the beginning of January, it consistently welcomes a large number of tourists who come to visit and take photos during the Lunar New Year every day.
The expansive grounds of the Palace offer countless beautiful photo opportunities, providing a stunning backdrop for vibrant springtime photographs of Saigon.
Independence Palace is a special national monument with classical architecture.
Ong Do Street
This is an annual Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) event in Ho Chi Minh City, held in the area around the Youth Cultural Center on Pham Ngoc Thach and Nguyen Thi Minh Khai streets. The event features a food court, a calligraphy stall, and various spaces with apricot blossom trees and traditional craft villages, all showcasing the atmosphere of Vietnamese Tet.
The area attracts a large number of visitors each year, so you should arrive early to take good photos while it's less crowded.
Brilliant street of calligraphers
