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HO THI KY FLOWER MARKET- FRESH FLOWER PARADISE FASCINATES VISITORS

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Address: Ho Thi Ky Street, Ward 1, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon is always beautiful in its own way. Every street, every corner, every nook and cranny carries the characteristics of Saigon that compel those who come here to explore.

Ho Thi Ky flower market is the most famous flower market in Saigon because of its age and sparkling beauty. The experience at Ho Thi Ky flower market is one of the most worthwhile experiences when you come to Saigon. This place will make you immersed in the beauty of the paradise of flowers. Come here once to see in the dark night, the scent of flowers at Ho Thi Ky flower market brightens up a corner of Saigon.


Variety of flowers at Ho Thi Ky flower market (Taken by: Hieu Ngoc)

About Ho Thi Ky flower market

The market was first established in the 1980s. At first, there were only a few flower stalls in the market, but then flowers were all present in the market. Therefore, this place became a flower market, called Ho Thi Ky flower market in 1987.

Ho Thi Ky flower market is the largest flower market in Saigon. With a variety of hundreds of different types and colors of flowers, the flowers here originate mainly from Da Lat city and some other places in the country such as the Southwest region, Hanoi capital, etc.

Ho Thi Ky flower market has flowers and also sells everything related to flower arrangement, flower care, etc. Along with the popularity and development, Ho Thi Ky flower market started serving cuisine to visitors. That's why you can fully experience the wonderful things here.

One more piece of information is that the committee of District 10 has decided to develop the whole Ho Thi Ky road into an area specializing in fresh flowers in 2018. This area will receive more attention and investment in the future.


Ho Thi Ky flower market- Brilliant with the beauty of thousands of flowers

Ho Thi Ky flower market is one of the most attractive markets for tourists. The whole market is filled with colors and scents that make the market stand out in this bustling city.

There are many different types of flowers from popular flowers, rare flowers, domestic flowers and imported flowers such as chrysanthemums, marigolds, gerbera, auspicious, salem, mimosa, ocean, roses, orchids, lilies, chrysanthemums, sunflowers, lotus flowers, etc. Ho Thi Ky flower market varies depending on the season. However, you will definitely find your favorite flowers at Ho Thi Ky flower market!

Each type of flower has a different beauty and different meaning. All flowers at Ho Thi Ky market are the freshest and most beautiful. Displayed throughout the market, the flowers are all colorful, forming the most beautiful flower paradise in Saigon. Entering here is like being lost in the world of flowers- the world of love languages.

Fresh flowers at Ho Thi Ky flower market (Taken by: Aby Kwan)

Ho Thi Ky flower market- Symbol of the non-sleep city 

Ho Thi Ky flower market operates 24/24 a day, especially in the evening, midnight and early morning. It's always a great time to explore Ho Thi Ky flower market. At around 3:00AM, people start displaying the freshest flowers. The flower branches under the late night air with night dew become more brilliant and fragrant than ever. The space of Ho Thi Ky flower market at night will bring you feelings of rejoicing, falling in love like you are on a plateau full of flowers with the person you love the most.

Ho Thi Ky flower market is considered a flower market that is non-sleep as the main characteristic of Saigon. The time frame from 3:00AM to 6:00AM is considered the most active time of the market. Because that is the time to start displaying flowers, it is also the time when guests come to choose the freshest flowers. Under the starry sky, the cold space, the fragrance of flowers, the sound of the florists and the gentle laughter of the flower buyers create a poetic picture. This picture most clearly represents the lively and peaceful Saigon life waiting for the new day to begin.


Beautiful flower bouquets at Ho Thi Ky flower market (Taken by: Nhat Truong)

Always ready to serve you food

The market is only a few hundred meters area but easily conquers you with a variety of dishes from salty to sweet, from hot to cold such as crab soup, snail noodle soup, Thai vermicelli, grilled spring rolls, fried spring rolls, peach tea beams, milk tea with many kinds of toppings, ...

Each shop only has a small space to sell food. Each shop close to each other creates a cozy atmosphere. One note is that the shop here is very crowded, so you have to arrange your schedule to still have a seat.

Some dishes that you must try when coming to the Ho Thi Ky flower market are:

  • Crab soup: Crab soup is a familiar dish and is chosen by many young people. Crab soup is easy-to-eat, tasty at a reasonable price. Walking around the market in the evening, you enjoy a cup of hot crab soup to warm up as well as replenish nutrients for the body.

  • Rice paper: Rice paper is a very popular dish with young people. You can both eat rice paper and can chat with friends about life stories.

  • Sweet soup: Cups of sweet soup with a variety of toppings will help cool you down in the hot weather of Saigon. Che is a typical dish of Saigon with a variety of unique flavors, it is a suitable dish to take away with you for a walk.

Sweet soup at Ho Thi Ky flower market (Taken by: Thanh Nguyen Tri)

Ho Thi Ky flower market is a great place for interesting experiences when coming to Saigon. The space here is extremely prominent with thousands of beautiful flowers. Coming to Ho Thi Ky flower market is entering a world full of sweet, dreamy and romantic. It gives you unprecedented comfort, warmth and peace. Giving flowers to yourself or to someone you love is the best way to express your love. Therefore, Ho Thi Ky flower market is also a place where the language of flowers speaks instead of the language of love.

Have you visited Ho Thi Ky flower market yet? Share your experience with us!


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