(TITC) - Katherine McLaughlin, editor of the American Architectural Digest, a vibrant monthly celebration of international design talents, innovative homes and products, inspiring decorating ideas, culture, and travel, published her post on The 11 Most Beautiful Post Offices Around the World, including Saigon Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City.
Saigon Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City (Photo: https://www.visithcmc.vn/)
Post office is a place that allows people to stay connected around the world. Post offices around the world can be different by their design. Post office in Mexico City, for instance, a central post office looks more like the home of royalty than a mailing centre; in Germany, a post office actually is a palace - or at least is housed in a building where one used to be.
The Saigon Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City is not just doing its function as a post office but a popular tourist attraction. It became one of the most famous and iconic attractions in Ho Chi Minh City, a part of the Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace and Ben Thanh Market.
This post office is also the oldest building in District 1 and the city. The Central Post Office was built around 1886 – 1891 based on design of Auguste Henri Vildieu and assistant Alfred Foulhoux, famous French architects. It is gradually a historical witness for every ups and downs of the country since the past. This post office is considered a perfect blend of neo-classical European architecture and Asian decorations. The artistic facade of this building encompasses many European elements, including palmette ornaments, Roman arches and windows, as well as beautifully made reliefs.
Interior of the Post Office (Photo: https://www.visithcmc.vn/)
Visitors can take a local bus to the Central Post Office bus stop from Ben Thanh bus station or hop on a taxi ride.
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