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 Little Shop of
Curiousities, Ben Tanh
Mkt by bpacker
Have you heard of the old adage, " if you want it, we have it?" Well, this applies here, they have coffee beans for the isomniacs, snake wine for impotent men, enough bags and shoes to satisfy Imelda Marcos , etc etc. Just remember to drive a hard bargain when you are here. There's always a two-step pricing for people who look sadly like a Japanese ( moi ) or Caucasians. Yeah, it's almost as though we are wearing T-shirts that say , "Big Spender"
To see photos of the snake wine and other curiousities, click on b'packer's HCMC page Leave a Comment Directions: At the intersection of Le Loi, Ham Nghi, Tran Hung Dao and Le Lai streets, District 1. Not too far from backpacker's district
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Ben Thanh market was founded since the French occupation in the 19th century. It was originally located on the bank of Ben Nghe River near Gia Din Fort until 1899 when it was moved to the present location. The market is now standing at the intersection of Le Loi, Ham Nghi and Tran Hung Dao Avenue – the centre of the city. Almost every road in the city is connected to the market. The main gate of the market is a yellow clock tower that becomes the symbol of the city.
Inside is a tightly organized grid of aisles, arranged according to product. Clothes, shoes and fabric dominate the front, before giving over to kitchenware, cooked food, fresh vegetables and a somewhat alarming display of seafood and meat (some of it still alive). There is plenty for the visitor to buy, but the main attraction is the way in which the bustling market is still very much part of the city's life and economy.
Opens 6:00 am to 6:30 pm Everyday. Address: Le Loi, Ham Nghi and Tran Hung Dao AvenueDirections: intersection of Le Loi, Ham Nghi and Tran Hung Dao Avenue, District 1, Sai Gon
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 InsideBenThanh by xuessium
Jan 2007 Update (from friends): ..." am glad that I have gotten there now than later cause it is now largely invaded by tourists, especially those from Europe. So things are getting expensive and we got slightly burned at Ben Thanh market buying some local delicacies. Later, we actually go to their supermarket which was alot cheaper!!"... Leave a Comment Directions: Near Pham Ngu Lao - the backpacker's district!
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 with nim at ben thanh... by chiabh
The market now also caters to the increasing tourist visiting HCM City... with a wide range of cheap imported goods, mainly from China...
At the back of the market, small food stalls serve a wide variety of local dishes... Leave a Comment Address: Le Loi Boulevard, District 1Directions: At the junction of Ham Nghi, Le Loi and Tran Hung Dao boulevards... The market is opened between 6:00am to 7:00pm daily...
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 Ben Thanh Main entrance by perseushermes
(1) Bargain Bargain Bargain
(2) Bring a calculator - you need it to convert Dong to US$ or to your local currency
(3) Best to avoid Fridays and Saturdays - thats when the crowd is incredible. Lots of foreigners like me go and shop. The prices they quote for the goods is higher on Fri/Sat than if you are there on late Sunday evenings/ Mondays. You could try this wonderful clothes shop named Phanh
(4) Dress lightly as you will be going into a "sauna"
A much cooler place which I visited was Andong Market
Other Interesting HCMC Places Leave a Comment Address: everyone knows Ben ThanhDirections: District 1 near New World HotelOther Contact: Appreciate your rating below
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This market is an easy walk being 700 metres from the city centre and the Rex Hotel. As we were staying at the Rex we visited this market several times, both early morning (10am) and late afternoon when it is very crowded.
The walk along Le Loi street south to the market takes you past many shops and street vendors selling much of what you will find in the market. It is your chance to check the quality and price before you reach the market.
At the market there are hundreds of stalls selling designed label clothing, bags, beads, shoes, jewellry, cosmetics, crafts, lacquer ware etc, all at very low prices. Do not accept the first offer price, bargain hard but remember the exchange rate is over 18,000 Dong to the US $ and 1,000 Dong is approximately 5 cents. Be reasonable with your offer.
There is a large food market which we walked through but did not eat here. It all looked good and most likely was safe to eat.
The market was constructed by the French in 1914 and has a stylish clock tower. Leave a Comment Address: Cnr Le Loi & Ham Nghi StreetsDirections: Where the large roundabout is.
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 Ben Thanh Market by muddybok
You can find thousands of super small lots that selling almost everything money can buy. Of course do not expect superior quality for the money you paid for the goods & services. Leave a Comment
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 Cho Ben Thanh by JohanIsWeg
Ben Thanh supplies everything and more... From fresh vegetables to stationary and power tools! For those who suffer claustrophobia it may be a bit daunting squeezing down narrow aisles past product displays and bustling patrons.
Vietnamese versions of western food halls are very informal. Small stools line the many stalls, most of them occupied by hungry locals. Food preparation occurs in the open right in front of you. It is therefore easy to decide on a tasty-looking dish. Pull over a stool and tuck in! Directions: Intersections Le Loi, Ham Nghi, Tran Hung Dao and Le Lai Streets, Dong Khoi.
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 Ben Tanh Markets by aussiroseLeave a Comment
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 by lavender23
U can find the “business” not only have in the market but also on the streets around it there are many shops dealing in food , shoes ,sandals , and even second-hand clothes.
One more thing u should beware of is that street venders outside the market,i recommend u be careful with them and shouldnt buy anything from them.
Hope u have a nice trip!! :) Leave a Comment
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