Binh Tay Market, Saigon/HoChiMinh City
The Binh Tay Market located in the Cho Lon area of Ho Ch Minh City draws tourists looking for bargains. It is also famous because of its unique Chinese architecture. It is a large wholesale market with a green central courtyard.
The Binh Tay market was funded by a wealthy Chinese trader, Quach Dam who came from Chiu Chow in China and made his fortune in Saigon. His trade name was Thong Heip and was nicknamed handicapped Thong by the local Chinese. He came to the city as a poor man who started recycling garbage. He soon diversified and became one of the most successful businessmen in the city.
At the center of Binh Tay Market is a courtyard. A statue of its founder once stood at the center surrounded by four bronze lions. The original statue was removed and a glass altar was placed at the location between 1976 and 1980. One can find the original statue in the Museum of Fine Arts. Shops selling international branded cosmetics are located on the second floor of the market. An array of bowls pots and pans for homes and restaurants are also on sale. It is known to the locals as a wholesale market where retailers come to buy products in bulk. Tourists can find interesting souvenirs here at bargain prices.
The Binh Tay market was funded by a wealthy Chinese trader, Quach Dam who came from Chiu Chow in China and made his fortune in Saigon. His trade name was Thong Heip and was nicknamed handicapped Thong by the local Chinese. He came to the city as a poor man who started recycling garbage. He soon diversified and became one of the most successful businessmen in the city.
At the center of Binh Tay Market is a courtyard. A statue of its founder once stood at the center surrounded by four bronze lions. The original statue was removed and a glass altar was placed at the location between 1976 and 1980. One can find the original statue in the Museum of Fine Arts. Shops selling international branded cosmetics are located on the second floor of the market. An array of bowls pots and pans for homes and restaurants are also on sale. It is known to the locals as a wholesale market where retailers come to buy products in bulk. Tourists can find interesting souvenirs here at bargain prices.
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Sight Name: Binh Tay Market
Sight Location: Saigon/HoChiMinh City, Vietnam (See walking tours in Saigon/HoChiMinh City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Saigon/HoChiMinh City, Vietnam (See walking tours in Saigon/HoChiMinh City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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