Visiting a 150-year-old pink church in SaigonLying peacefully in the heart of HCMC for more than one century, Tan Dinh Church has been a convergence point for not only Catholic pilgrims to practice their religious belief but also for tourists from far and wide who come to admire the imposing French-influenced architecture and find some peace for their soul. Tan Dinh Church on Hai Ba Trung Street in HCMC’s District 3 is charmingly decorated for ChristmasIts history may be traced back to the French colonial time when construction of the church started in 1870 and was completed in 1876. Tan Dinh Church, better known as Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, was painted with the vibrant pink color for both the exterior and interior of the cathedral, making it more special amidst the heart of the modern city and drawing huge attention of passers-by and those from abroad. “Absolutely, this is the third time I dropped by the pink church attached to the history and development of HCMC. The church has existed for nearly 150 years and is regarded as the city’s second largest church after the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral in District 1.

Source: VietNamNet News December 26, 2017 07:52 UTC