Situated in southwest Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is the most visited city and the financial hub of the 15th most populous country in the world. Formerly known as Saigon, the city was the capital of Cochinchina (southern part of Vietnam) during the French colonial period. While some of those who have been to the place describe it as a very calming place, others see it as a bustling city home to lovable people, fascinating culture, classic French architecture, and the best food on the earth.
Delegates can explore several attractions in Ho Cho Minh City before and after the event. These include War Remnants Museum, Giac Lam Pagoda, Reunification Palace, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Fine Arts Museum, Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda, History Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, etc.
Ho Chi Minh City is well-connected with other major cities of the country and those of the world by air, rail, and road. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the nearest airport, situated at a distance of about 5 kilometers from the city center. Buses and taxis are available at the airport to move in and around the city.