The project for Cho Lon Night Street, aimed at boosting tourism in District 6, has been approved for a pilot implementation by the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City.
Binh Tay Market – the highlight of Cho Lon Night Street. Photo: Lac Ha
The project, centered around Binh Tay Market—which has been recognized as an architectural and artistic heritage site by the People’s Committee—was proposed by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade.
Cho Lon Night Street will integrate the cultural and social values of the Cho Lon area with nearby tourist attractions in Districts 5, 8, and 11 (including Ha Ton Quyen Dumpling Street, Hai Thuong Lan Ong Street, and Chau Van Liem Street), adding to the diversity of Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism offerings, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism’s online portal.
Cho Lon Night Street is expected to operate daily from 6:00 PM to midnight, covering the sidewalk space of four streets: Nguyen Huu Than, Thap Muoi, Le Tan Ke, and Tran Binh (surrounding Binh Tay Market, from Nguyen Xuan Phung Street to Chu Van An Street).
The total area of Cho Lon Night Street spans 1,510 square meters and will be divided into seven functional zones, featuring 41 stalls.
The night street’s functional zones will include a highlight called the “Creative Zone” with 14 food stalls fully equipped with counters, shelves, and cabinets. The “Saigon-Cho Lon Heritage Zone” will feature nine hand-pushed carts designed in the traditional style of old Cho Lon, while the “Dynamic Zone” will have 18 hand-pushed carts offering cultural products, souvenirs, technology, and youth- oriented fashion.
In addition to food and shopping stalls, the night street will also include public restrooms, artistic lighting, and scenic installations to create a community space. Street performances will further enrich the experience for visitors.
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Source: Vietnam Insider