The Reunification Palace was known as Independence Palace before the fall of Saigon to communist. This place was the home and command center of General Nguyen Van Thieu – the head of a military junt.
Reunification Palace was the site of the momentum of the Vietnam War. The big tanks crashed through the main gate of the building. That’s why you will see there is replica of big tank nearby the Reunification Palace.
This place is one of top recommended sites you need to visit when tripping to Vietnam. It opens daily from 7:30 am up to 4 pm. The ticket window closes daily between 11 am and 1 pm. It is suggested to buy your ticket in advance.
There are certain concerns you need to consider when you come in:
- An entrance ticket must be purchased at the main gate.
- All visitors must pass through security and have bags screened. Dangerous objects such as pocketknives are not permitted.
- Small backpacks are allowed inside, however larger luggage must be left at security.
- Smoking is prohibited inside the Reunification Palace.
- Do not walk on the grass or touch displays around the palace.
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