When traveling somewhere, the traditional market is the one that reflects obviously the local culture. Therefore, if you come to Binh Duong, you had better visit Thủ Dầu Một market, which is located at 50 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Phú Cường ward, Thu Dau Mot city, Binh Duong.
Originally called as Phú Cường market, Thủ Dầu Một market is a place with hundreds of years in operation. Experiencing many ups and downs and historical events, up to now, the market is still a large, central market and plays an important role in Binh Duong. The most special feature here is the clock tower architecture, which inaugurated in 1938. This style is similar to the Ben Thanh market, with lots of French architectural features.
Thousands of small traders have come to Thủ Dầu Một market to operate their trading activities, even continuously 24 hours/day. The period from 06 AM to 08 PM is the trading time of consumer goods, while from 06 PM onwards, the market is full of trolleys carrying goods and foodstuffs. Most of the goods here are demonstrated for sale from the sidewalk to the roadside, stretching nearly one kilometer, which makes it convenient to choose. Thanks to this market, many products of farmers are sold and earns income for the citizens here. Thủ Dầu Một night market is also an eating and shopping gathering place for most residents and tourists in Binh Duong.
This is considered a typical trading center in Binh Duong. Also, this place witnessed many important historical events during the struggle for national independence. Therefore, Binh Duong market is not only a busy trading point but also a lasting cultural symbol associated with the development of Binh Duong as well as the Southern region.
