Hội Quán Nghĩa An, also known as the Ong Pagoda, is distinguished by the elaborate, gilded woodwork and the large, intricately carved wooden boat that hangs over its main entrance. Located on Nguyen Trai Street, this guildhall was…
Cho Lon Chinese Temples
This walk takes you through the spectacular assembly halls and a lively street market of District 5 to experience the spiritual traditions of Saigon’s Chinese communities.
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1. Hội Quán Nghĩa An
2. Thien Hau Pagoda
Thien Hau Pagoda stands out for the thick coils of incense hanging from its ceiling, which drift smoke over the heads of visitors throughout the day. Located at seven hundred ten Nguyen Trai Street in the Cho Lon district, this temple was…
3. Hội quán Ôn Lăng - Chùa quan âm
The On Lang Assembly Hall, known locally as the Quan Am Pagoda, stands out in the Cho Lon neighborhood for its traditional Fujian-style architecture, marked by gracefully curving rooflines and ceramic dragons perched along the eaves. Built…
4. Phước An Hội Quán - Chùa Minh Hương
Phước An Hội Quán, also known as Minh Hương Temple, stands out for the intricate ceramic and wood carvings that decorate its roof and gates. Located at number one hundred eighty-four Hồng Bàng Street in District Five, this site traces its…
5. Ha Chuong Assembly Hall
The Ha Chuong Assembly Hall is marked by roofs finished in distinctive green-glazed tiles and eaves adorned with sculpted figures of warrior generals, dragons, and phoenixes. Located in District Five, this site traces its roots to the…
6. Chợ Phùng Hưng
Phùng Hưng Market is defined by rows of uniform black umbrellas spread across the street, creating a canopy that shields vendors and shoppers from the elements. Located at number two hundred fourteen Phùng Hưng in District five, this…
7. Hội Quán Nhị Phủ
The Hội Quán Nhị Phủ, often called the Chùa Ông Bổn, is marked by a distinctive roof that curves upward at the ends, echoing the shape of a traditional dragon boat. This temple is located at number two hundred and sixty-four Hải Thượng Lãn…