From the moment you enter Cho Lon, you'll be immersed in colorful streets lined with traditional shophouses, bustling markets, and the unmistakable aroma of authentic Chinese-Vietnamese cuisine.
🧧 What to Explore in Cho Lon:
Binh Tay Market: A historic wholesale market with French-Chinese architecture and endless local products.
Thien Hau Temple: One of the oldest Chinese temples in Saigon, known for its incense-filled atmosphere and intricate woodwork.
Traditional Medicine Shops: Discover centuries-old herbal remedies and cultural wisdom passed through generations.
🥢 What to Eat:
Cho Lon is a food lover’s paradise. Don’t miss:
Hu Tieu Sa Te: Noodle soup with a rich, satay-infused broth.
Che Hoa: Sweet Chinese-style desserts with lotus seeds, beans, and jelly.
Peking Duck & Dim Sum: Found in long-standing Chinese eateries and hidden alley stalls.
While most tourists stop at Binh Tay Market, venture deeper and you’ll find:
- Quiet backstreets with traditional lantern shops
- Family-run dumpling houses over 30 years old
- Secret rooftop views from old Chinese apartments
Cho Lon is more than a destination – it’s an experience filled with history, flavor, and charm.
📍 Just 20 minutes from central Saigon, it's perfect for a half-day or full-day cultural escape.
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