Market day, Saigon, Cochinchina (Vietnam)
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Market day, Saigon, Cochinchina (Vietnam)
Ben Thanh Market on market day, Saigon, Cochinchina (Vietnam), with hansom cabs and rickshaws. Date: circa 1910
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Busy Cabs Cochin Cochinchina Hansom Indochina Pedestrians Rickshaw Rickshaws Saigon Thanh Traffic Vietnam
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling energy of Market Day in Saigon, Cochinchina (now Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam) during the early 1910s. The scene is centered around Ben Thanh Market, a prominent landmark and commercial hub in the city during the French colonial era. The market, with its red-tiled roofs and ornate architecture, stands proudly in the background, surrounded by a maze of narrow streets teeming with activity. Hansom cabs and rickshaws line the streets, providing transport for both locals and European colonizers. The horses pulling the hansom cabs appear calm amidst the chaos, while the rickshaws, with their passengers perched precariously on the back, weave in and out of the traffic. Pedestrians, dressed in traditional Vietnamese clothing, make their way through the crowded streets, haggling over prices and exchanging goods. The air is filled with the aroma of fresh produce, spices, and other wares being sold at the market stalls. The French colonial buildings, with their intricate details and grandeur, loom over the scene, a stark reminder of the political and cultural influence of the European powers in Indochina. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of Saigon during the colonial era, a time of cultural exchange, economic growth, and political tension. The vibrant market scene, with its mix of Eastern and Western influences, is a testament to the unique and complex history of this fascinating city.
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