As the country’s first dedicated book street, it came to life through a mix of passionate publishers’ visions and supportive municipal policies. According to Le Hoang, Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Book Street Company, the establishment of this street was never solely about book sales but about creating a cultural anchor for the community. Amid the rapid rise of audiovisual entertainment and digital reading, the book street continues to assert itself as a “fortress” preserving the value of printed books. Beyond its role as a local cultural institution, Nguyen Van Binh Book Street has emerged as a “cultural ambassador” and a symbolic destination for international visitors. A decade may not be long for a cultural institution, but Nguyen Van Binh Book Street has already become a quiet sanctuary where people reconnect with core human values.

Source: VietNamNet News April 06, 2026 15:32 UTC