Overview of War Remnants Museum
While visiting Vietnam, you will notice many historical places related to war which are highly respected by the locals. People of Vietnam are very proud of their hardships, struggles and strategies they faced during those hard times. War Remnants Museum is one of the highly recommended historical places to learn about the history of the country.
During 1975, this museum was established in the US information agency building. It was created as the gallery of American puppet crimes after the reunification of Vietnam. However, relations of US and Vietnam were normalized in 1990. Display of Museum contains things related to war crimes by French, Americans and the indo-China first and second wars.
This museum was established to show the cruelty and consequences faced by the Vietnamese people along with their resilience and patriotism during the war times. During 35 years of establishment, the museum welcomed millions of visitors from all over the world. Students specially visit the museum to learn about the war history.
Things to do at War Remnants Museum
Visit different floors of the building
The first area after entrance has display related to the countries that rallied against American and French intervention in Vietnam. Name of this section is “the world supports Vietnam in its resistance”. Upper floors of the building contain the display of artefacts, guns, bombs, knives, photos and information about attacks and military campaigns. It also shows the impact of chemical substance Agent orange on human health and human remains.
Ground outside the Museum
Everything in the museum portrays chilling details of the war. Ground outside the building have a huge collection of torture equipment, artilleries, UH-1 Huey helicopter, F5A fighter, M48 Patton tank and many other things of US and French origin. There is a guillotine on one of the grounds outside the building that was used by both Vietnamese and French to behead prisoners. Grotesque tiger cages are also placed which was used by Southern Vietnamese government to cage and torture its victims.
Collections of the museum
There is an extensive range of items, graphic photos and horrifying details of war such as My Lai Massacre, Agent orange effect and use of different chemical substances on the Vietnamese population. Many photos are clicked by famous photographers of that time like Japanese photographer Ishikawa Bunyo, Robert Capa, Larry Burrow and famous war photographer Tim page.
Museum houses many informative and disturbing items. Agent orange deformed fetuses of women that resulted in the birth defects of more than five hundred thousand children. These preserved fetuses are also displayed in the museum collection. Flechette was a secret weapon that contained thousands of darts in one shell. Weight of one bomb was 6000 kgs. It gives spine chilling thoughts about the horrors that humans are capable of.
Accommodation (budget moderate and luxury) near War Remnants Museum
War remnant museum is located in one of the main areas of the city so there are many accommodation options near it. You can easily find a place to stay according to your budget.
Ruby Star 2 Hotel
This small hotel is preferred by many budget travelers in Hoi Chi Minh city. Comfortable rooms have relaxing facilities and amenities. They have free Wi-Fi, minibar, refrigerator and air conditioning that makes them an ideal mix of comfort and convenience.
Aristo Saigon Hotel
It is a beautiful hotel with day spa, restaurant and a gym. The hotel is located near many lively restaurant and shops. Rooms are warmly decorated with free Wi-Fi, safe. mini fridge, flat screen TV and much more.
Adora Art Hotel
An amazing luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh city with hot tub, bar, restaurant, vertical garden and a roof top pool. It is located in the heart of the city. Room have all the facilities such as coffeemaker, mini fridges, safes, free Wi-Fi and flat screen TV.
Places to eat near War Remnants Museum
Gyumaru Hamburg Steak LTT
A wonderful place that serves delicious steak, Japanese and fusion foods. You can also have wine and beer with the food.
Dong restaurant
Dong restaurant serves Asian and Vietnamese food. This is a perfect place to enjoy delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Hum Vegetarian Café and restaurant
It is a cozy and calming place with a very elegant ambiance. It can be booked for gatherings and get together parties. Food is prepared with fresh ingredients from the local farmers. It has vegan and gluten free options as well.
Airport info
Tan Son Nhat international airport is a military and civilian airport used for domestic and international flights in Ho Chi Ming City.
Transportation
Museum is located in the city center near district 1. You can easily access it by walk, if you are visiting some main tourist attractions in the city center.
Ho Chi Minh city has many interesting places to visit. The country has a heartbreaking history of war that is very painful and disturbing. However, people of the country are very proud of their resilience and strength.
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