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At first Ho Chi Minh City feels suffocating; first time visitors find it difficult to catch their breath amongst the chaos and congestion. The streets are besieged with an army of ruthless motorcyclists who patrol the streets day and night, making a constant racket and making crossing the road potentially fatal.
However, after a brief period of acclimatization, most visitors find the city's unique character and old world charm dispel the dreadful din. The city still known as Saigon, by locals and foreigners, manages to piece together old and new like a jigsaw puzzle. The city embraces modernity with open arms, yet a lengthy, colorful past echoes from colonial villas and ornate religious sites.
Ho Chi Minh City is divided into 17 different districts, and the central downtown district is still officially called Saigon. This downtown area constitutes District One and is the tourist center, where the main attractions, markets and accommodation are located. District Two and Phu Mi Hung District cater for expat residents, and are home to many modern apartment blocks, malls, cinemas and a western style scene.
Cholon (District 5) is also an interesting place to visit, as it the site of Vietnam's largest Chinatown. It is also the location of the lively Binh Tay Market and stunning Thien Hau Pagoda.