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The city that never sleeps

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By Thanh Tung
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HCMC at night is a city that never sleeps, with bright lights, busy streets, and a thriving nightlife of entertainment, food, and commerce.

The city is defined by striking contrasts: crowded boulevards give way to quiet alleys, while sleek modern towers rise beside traditional neighborhoods. Luxury venues stand in sharp relief to the hardships of daily life for many residents.

This blend of glamour and authenticity has long shaped Saigon’s identity, making it one of Asia’s most distinctive urban centers.

Ho Thi Ky flower market operates through the night to supply fresh flowers to the entire city – PHOTOS: THANH TUNG
Bui Vien Street is one of the city’s most bustling nightlife spots, attracting a large number of tourists
The Saigon Saigon Bar, opened with the Caravelle Hotel in 1959, has witnessed historic moments and served as a gathering point for foreigners in Saigon
High-end apartment complexes line the Saigon River
A corner of Dong Khoi Street, in the heart of HCMC, on a rainy night
A Chinese Vietnamese vendor’s stall selling fried rice flour cakes at night in the Chinatown area
“Hu tieu go” (Noodle soup sold at a mobile cart) is a popular late-night meal for workers
A hawker is on the phone with her family member
A woman sells lottery tickets at night
Children plays soccer at night
Young people at a bus stop after a late shift
Night activities at an old apartment building on Ton That Dam Street
A late-night ice cream stall in the rain
A child makes a living from fire eating performances

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