HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - GALLERY

Ho Chi Minh City also commonly referred to as Saigon, is the largest city of Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City has a population of over 8.9 million within city proper and over 21 million within the metropolitan area. Located in southeastern Vietnam, the city surrounds the Saigon River and covers about 2,061 square kilometres. Ho Chi Minh City is the economic and financial centre of Vietnam, and plays an important role in the country's culture and scientific developments.