If we consider the historical and geographical aspects of Ho Chi Minh City, we can see the planning layout of the French colonialists for Saigon (the Pearl of the Far East). The Independence Palace is the Political Center, where all the French headquarters are concentrated. Walking along Lê Duẩn Street, we can see the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, which is the religious center serving the religious needs of the French, next to it is the City Post Office, which is the communication information center. Straight along Đồng Khởi Street is the City Opera House, which is the cultural and artistic center serving the entertainment needs of the French. In addition, if we go straight along Lê Duẩn Street, we will see the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, formerly the University of General Studies, which was built by the French and is considered as the Education Center. Straight to the end of the street is the area of the Museum of History and the Zoo, which is the center for research and conservation of flora and fauna.