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[Slideshow] 12 Old Pictures of the Notre Dame Cathedral

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Friday, 21 March 2014.
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The Notre-Dame Cathedral is one of Saigon’s oldest and most iconic buildings. Built with imported materials from France, it was constructed between 1863 and 1880 in an effort to promote Catholicism in Vietnam. Due to its long history, it has been a centerpiece of Saigon’s urban narrative for over 150 years and an enduring reminder of the city’s colonial heritage.

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As one can imagine, given its importance, it has been a prime subject for photographers in Saigon, even during its construction, as seen in the slideshow below. 

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