Lots of construction on Le Loi Square. The statue of Le Loi (former King) was covered by tarps
In 2005, that tall conical building (Saigon Centre) wasn't there yet. Now it has several companion skyscrapers
I've read somewhere that this is construction for a skytrain
I figured you guys would like this
Its been 8 years since my last visits and the pace of change looks frenetic, by the time i go next i'll hardly recognise some of the places.
Katie, did you get to visit some of your family?
Champion photos Miss Katie!
That is where I surreptitiously whipped out my pork baguette and made a mess on the floor last year. That was the highest view in Saigon at the time.
I also trekked down to Landmark81 which is the 14th tallest building in the world.
I tried to sneak up for a look at the view but it was not finished in November last year but might be open now.
I wish I had got a selfie there as I am of the same vintage as the cafe!
For 2005 & 2014 Saigon pics, refer to one of my earlier threads
https://teakdoor.com/vietnam-nepal-an...er-2005-a.html (Saigon, Vietnam nine years after (2005 & 2014))
HSBC building in front of the cathedral
Some Koreans tourists. Loads of them in Danang & Saigon
Saw this group having their photo taken at the Central Post Office
McDonald's wasn't near the Post Office 5 years ago
@ohoh - didn't know what was playing at the opera house, we just strolled past it
@toot - yes, I visited my relatives for a bit. Was nice to see them again
@loopy dahlink - are you able to do the stuff that is stated in that shop? Heh.
^^That beef stew noodle soup looks tops. Is that the same as beef pho?
The pork and spring rolls look epic too.
I have magic cheesy beans Miss Katie which give the eater's winkie Marvel/DC-comic super-powers.
These beanz come with a government health warning - for any females in the vicinity...
@loopy dahlink - good to know that you've got special powers, perhaps like Ironman? Heh.
Re: the beef stew (Bo kho), the soup/broth and beef parts are different from those used in beef pho. I tried not to duplicate my orders of noodle dishes, since I wanted to try them all. If you have Viet restos in your vicinity, try the Bo kho and Bun Bo Hue (pronounced as Hwey, similar to Huawei).
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