Nearly 100 years old, the "ancient market" Binh Tay (District 6) is a favorite destination for many international tourist groups. According to records, from morning to afternoon, many international tourist groups continuously flock to the market to visit and take photos. Not only attracting tour groups, the market also attracts individual and independent tourists.
Strolling around the candy and clothing stalls here, Amelia (an Australian tourist) was excited about this experience.
"The market has a unique architecture with a long history. On my return to Ho Chi Minh City, I got to experience the trading culture of local people, not just revolving around the city center. This market sells many interesting items, from candy, jam to clothes and handbags" - Ms. Amelia shared.
Binh Tay Market is not only a place for trading goods but also a cultural tourist destination that cannot be missed in Ho Chi Minh City. Recently, the market was included in the group of 10 interesting shopping destinations in the Ho Chi Minh City - 100 interesting things program announced by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism.
According to Ms. Ung Thi Lien - a trader at Binh Tay market, "There are days when 4-5 tourist buses carry tourists here, each bus has 40-50 people. Most tourists come to the market to visit and take pictures. Traders are also very happy when the number of visitors to the market is increasing, creating a bustling and spring atmosphere for the market."Because of its many local characteristics, Binh Tay market has been included in tours to attract tourists such as District 6 tour - Small stories in the heart of Cho Lon.
A representative of the Binh Tay Market Management Board said that the market has improved its service quality and added more gift products highlighting the market to promote to tourists. In the coming time, the market will expand its reception of tourist groups to develop the traditional market as well as promote to tourists.
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