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Vietnam National University English Linguistics and Literature
University of Social Sciences and Humanities Duong Thanh Tu
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Presentation
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Topic :
Saigon
Notre Dame Cathedral
Vietnam National University English Linguistics and Literature
University of Social Sciences and Humanities Duong Thanh Tu
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Main points:
Location
2. History
3. Features
4. Conclusion
 Time: 20 minutes
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1. Location:
 Located in the capital of Ho Chi Minh City (district 1)
- Established by French colonists, the cathedral was constructed between 1863 and 1880.
- It has two bell towers, reaching a height of 58 meters
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2. History :
 The first Church (Saigon Church) was built on March 28th 1863
It was a small wooden church which was damaged by termites.
 Finished: 1865
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April 11th 1880, the new church was completed.
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- In 1895, two tops of the bell-tower were added
(1900)
(2009)
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Flower garden in front of the church in the past
The bronze statue of
Bishop Adran and prince Canh
- In 1945, the statue was removed

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Flower garden at present
Peaceful Notre Dame statue
( Nu Vuong hoa binh)
- In 1955, the new statue was replaced

Pray for BE5
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3. Features :
All materials were imported from France.
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Until now, the bright red color of the bricks have been retained
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56 doorways were made by Lorin -France
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12 pillars represented for 12 disciples (môn đệ) of Jesus Christ
56 doorways describe characters and events in Bible
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Interior architecture according to Roman style
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There are 6 big bells
( Sol, Si, Re, Mi, La, Do) inside tower

All the bells are rung on Christmas Eve
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The clock was made in Switzerland
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4. Conclusion