Saigon Trade Center, Saigon/HoChiMinh City

Situated in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's commercial and financial district, the Saigon Trade Centre is an iconic landmark. It stands as one of the city's tallest structures, affording visitors the unique opportunity to take in a panoramic view of the picturesque Saigon River. The allure of this center is undeniable.

The Saigon Trade Center came to life between April 1994 and July 1997. Soaring to a height of 145 meters (476 feet), it reigned as Vietnam's tallest building from 1997 until 2010 when the Bitexco Financial Tower surpassed it.

With 33 floors and a sprawling floor area exceeding 54,000 square meters, the center is well-equipped with 10 elevators for customer use and an additional 2 for service purposes. The building's three antennas add to its total height, stretching it to 160 meters. Atop this structure sits a coffee shop known as "Panorama," offering visitors a captivating view of the city and its skyline. The Saigon Trade Center is constructed using reinforced concrete and features a glass cladding for its exterior.

Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Ngô Trung.

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Sight Name: Saigon Trade Center
Sight Location: Saigon/HoChiMinh City, Vietnam (See walking tours in Saigon/HoChiMinh City)
Sight Type: Shopping

Walking Tours in Saigon/HoChiMinh City, Vietnam

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