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The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 2

The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 2

Saigon

The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 2

By the 1920s, the old Bình Tây Market and much of the surrounding land had belonged to Quách Đàm, so he proposed to the colonial authorities the demolition of the existing building and the construction, “on an area of not less than 9,000 square metres,” of a new and much larger Bình Tây Market, to serve as the new central market of Chợ Lớn. This is Part 2 of our miniseries on the origin story behind Chợ Lớn. Read Part 1 here .

By Tim DolingApr 24, 2025

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The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 2

Saigon

The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 2

By the 1920s, the old Bình Tây Market and much of the surrounding land had belonged to Quách Đàm, so he proposed to the colonial authorities the demolition of the existing building and the construction, “on an area of not less than 9,000 square metres,” of a new and much larger Bình Tây Market, to serve as the new central market of Chợ Lớn. This is Part 2 of our miniseries on the origin story behind Chợ Lớn. Read Part 1 here .

By Tim DolingApr 24, 2025

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The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 1

Saigon

The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 1

Hải Thượng Lãn Ông Boulevard (the former quai Gaudot) in central Chợ Lớn preserves several elegant old colonial shophouse buildings, but perhaps the most interesting of all is the one at No. 45, once the modest headquarters of Cantonese millionaire and philanthropist Quách Đàm. This is Part 1 of our miniseries on the origin story behind Chợ Lớn. Read Part 2 here .

By Tim DolingApr 15, 2025

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Hidden in the Heart of D5, an Architectural Vestige of 1970s Vietnam-Korea History

Saigon

Hidden in the Heart of D5, an Architectural Vestige of 1970s Vietnam-Korea History

For years now, the verdant pine green pavilion in the heart of Hòa Bình Park in District 5 has been a familiar landmark for denizens of Chợ Lớn.

By LeoApr 22, 2024

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What to See, Taste, and Do If You Have 3 Hours to Kill in Chợ Lớn

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What to See, Taste, and Do If You Have 3 Hours to Kill in Chợ Lớn

One of my favorite parts about being in a new city is dropping by any random neighborhood and just walking around until my feet get sore. Walking affords me the leisurely pace and multi-dimensional freedom to look up, look down, peek at things and places, and stop along the track to let my senses be pleasantly overwhelmed by the onslaught of urban quirks.

By Khôi PhạmFeb 19, 2023

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Hẻm Gems: Tiệm Cơm Ninh Giang, a 'Secret' Hakka Feast Only for Those in the Know

Saigon Hẻm Gems

Hẻm Gems: Tiệm Cơm Ninh Giang, a 'Secret' Hakka Feast Only for Those in the Know

I first heard about Tiệm Cơm Ninh Giang 寧江客家飯店 from some Hoa friends in the city.

By Brendan RyanFeb 15, 2023

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A Day in the Life of Phùng Hưng, a D5 Street With Two Personalities

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A Day in the Life of Phùng Hưng, a D5 Street With Two Personalities

Nestled in the historic Chợ Lớn section of District 5, Phùng Hưng Street runs from the canal along Võ Văn Kiệt through to Hồng Bàng. Within its length, the street has two distinct personalities.

By Jim SelkinFeb 13, 2023

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Hẻm Gems: From a Historic D5 Shophouse, An Duyên Serves up Tasty Chợ Lớn Classics

Saigon Hẻm Gems

Hẻm Gems: From a Historic D5 Shophouse, An Duyên Serves up Tasty Chợ Lớn Classics

An Duyên Chợ Lớn transcends Chợ Lớn quán stereotypes of rustic mom-and-pops with rickety amenities to provide a comfortable dining experience, made memorable thanks to aesthetically pleasing décor and well-crafted Hoa delicacies.

By Khôi PhạmFeb 10, 2023

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Apr 15Saigon

The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 1

The Story of Quách Đàm, the Man Who Shaped Modern Chợ Lớn — Part 1
Apr 22Saigon

Hidden in the Heart of D5, an Architectural Vestige of 1970s Vietnam-Korea History

Hidden in the Heart of D5, an Architectural Vestige of 1970s Vietnam-Korea History
Feb 19Culture

What to See, Taste, and Do If You Have 3 Hours to Kill in Chợ Lớn

What to See, Taste, and Do If You Have 3 Hours to Kill in Chợ Lớn
Feb 15Saigon Hẻm Gems

Hẻm Gems: Tiệm Cơm Ninh Giang, a 'Secret' Hakka Feast Only for Those in the Know

Hẻm Gems: Tiệm Cơm Ninh Giang, a 'Secret' Hakka Feast Only for Those in the Know
Feb 13Culture

A Day in the Life of Phùng Hưng, a D5 Street With Two Personalities

A Day in the Life of Phùng Hưng, a D5 Street With Two Personalities
Feb 10Saigon Hẻm Gems

Hẻm Gems: From a Historic D5 Shophouse, An Duyên Serves up Tasty Chợ Lớn Classics

Hẻm Gems: From a Historic D5 Shophouse, An Duyên Serves up Tasty Chợ Lớn Classics

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Hẻm Gems: Saigon's Hakka Culture Lives in D5's Khổ Qua Cà Ớt

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Hẻm Gems: Saigon's Hakka Culture Lives in D5's Khổ Qua Cà Ớt

Stuffing food inside other food is an ingenious human invention on par with refrigeration, chopsticks, and Gmail’s “undo” button.

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