My first visit to Ho Chi Minh City was in 2010 on a short weekend trip. It was a whirlwind experience rushing from one sight to another trying to take in as much as I could. In December of 2024, I had the opportunity to visit the city again at a more leisurely pace. This time I was more selective on what to see and not revisit places that I’ve already covered in my first trip. At the same time, I was also amazed by how much the city has developed over the last 14 years when I was away. Modern skyscrapers jostle alongside colonial architecture, and a new metro line had just started operating a few days ago.

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