Visiting Tan Dinh church in Saigon

Tan Dinh church

Its history may be traced back to the French colonial time when construction of the church started in 1870 and was completed in 1876.  The nearly-150-year-old church was built in Gothic architecture featuring Roman-style designs.

Tan Dinh Church, better known as Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, was;painted with the vibrant pink color for both the exterior and interior of the cathedral, making it more special amidst the heart of the modern city and drawing huge attention of passers-by and those from abroad.

Taking a stroll around the busy Hai Ba Trung Street in HCMC’s District 3; it comes as no surprise that everyday hundreds of local youths and foreign tourists; regardless of their religions, are;gathered at one of the oldest and most striking churches of the city to visit and pose for photos.

Although Tan Dinh Church has undergone several restorations and repairs after more than one century of existence, the sacred site has still preserved its original architecture and remained a common home for parishioners despite the fast social and economic changes of the city over the years.

Tan Dinh Church's located at 289 Hai Ba Trung Street in District 3; HCMC and in just a short walk from Tan Dinh Market; which has existed for around nearly 100 years and housed a food court;and thousands of stalls selling groceries, clothing, footwear, fruits and textiles.

The church has existed for nearly 150 years and is;regarded as the city’s second largest church after the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral in District 1.

Some pictures of the church:

Many local youths and foreign tourists come to visit the church and pose for photos everyday.

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