People’s Committee Building

The People’s Committee Building, one of Ho Chi Minh City’s 17 buildings older than a century, was built and constructed under the direction of Femand Gardes between 1889 and 1909.

During French colonial rule, this structure was known as Hôtel de Ville; nevertheless, it was transformed into a city hall by the government of South Vietnam. This structure has been known as the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Building since 1975. It is located at the intersection of Nguyen Hue Boulevard and Le Thanh Ton Street and is easily accessible from all of Ho Chi Minh City’s central districts. This Renaissance-style city hall is very similar to the Paris city hall.

This building’s facade is a beautiful convergence of numerous types of embellishments, the most famous of which is the Marianne relief in the centre of the facade, which reflects the architecture of the Third French Republic. This building’s inside is heavenly exquisite, with refined furnishings and harmonized frescoes that cover the majority of the vault.

However, it is unfortunate that since the structure is not open to the public, few individuals have the opportunity to experience its magnificent environment.

However, even roaming around the building’s exterior is a fascinating experience that may evoke nostalgia for Vietnam’s colonial history. In addition, this is a restricted area, so remember to act appropriately and avoid suspicious behavior if you don’t want to get in trouble.