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BẾN THÀNH MARKET - Coggle Diagram
BẾN THÀNH MARKET
History
Ben Thanh Market officially held an opening ceremony on March 28, 1914.
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the location of the market was on the bank of Ben Nghe River, next to a river wharf near Gia Dinh citadel
the French also chose a location to build a new, larger market to serve the increasingly bustling trade needs.
The location was near My Tho train station (now Saigon Bus Station), which is where Ben Thanh market is today.
Unique
Ben Thanh Market has an area of up to 13,056m², with an average of about 10,000 visitors every day
The market has 6,000 merchants, 1,437 stalls, 11 businesses
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Having gone through many ups and downs, the architecture of the market today still retains its ancient features, especially the clock tower at the South gate
The beauty of Ben Thanh Market is also known from the four directions of the market gate, which is beautifully and attractively decorated with unique relief paintings, designed in 1952. 12 additional ceramic paintings were installed.
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The characteristic
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There is a variety of food, going to Ben Thanh market not only to shop but also to enjoy countless delicious foods here.
Busy trade, Ben Thanh market is a bustling and vibrant trading place.
One of the highlights and attractions of the market’s tourists is the food court located in the middle of the market.