Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)

Gia Định / Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City · Founded 1698 CE

Historical name:
Gia Định / Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City
Founded:
1698 CE
Peak population:
3,500,000 (1975 CE)

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) (historically Gia Định / Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City) is a historic city mapped in the World History Atlas, with records dating from 1698 CE. Explore the civilizations that held it across time on the interactive map.

Frequently asked questions

What is Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) is a historic city (historically known as Gia Định / Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City) documented in the World History Atlas.
When was Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) founded?
1698 CE
What was the historical name of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Gia Định / Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City