Hồ Chí Minh's House
About This Museum
Tucked away in a quiet village in Nakhon Phanom, this humble wooden house tells a story many travelers don't expect to find in Thailand. It was here, between 1928 and 1931, that the man who would become Vietnam's revolutionary leader lived in exile, plotting his path to independence. Stepping onto the creaky floorboards feels like entering a time capsule; the air is still and heavy with history. You can almost picture Uncle Ho at his simple desk, surrounded by the quiet sounds of the Thai countryside.
Collection Highlights
The main draw is the house itself, preserved with its original wooden bed, a worn desk, and a few personal artifacts like his typewriter and ceramic tea set. Simple information plaques share poignant stories of his life here, posing as a journalist while secretly organizing his movement.
Visitor Information
It's a bit off the main tourist trail, so hiring a songthaew from Nakhon Phanom city is your best bet. The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful and reflective—more of a pilgrimage site than a typical museum.
Architecture & Building
A rustic, two-story Thai-style teakwood house built on stilts, weathered by time and surrounded by shady trees.
Contact & Location
Address: Ho Chi Minh’s House (Nha Bac Ho), ถนนนิตโย, บ้านดอนยานาง, หนองญาติ, อำเภอเมืองนครพนม, จังหวัดนครพนม, 48000, ประเทศไทย
Phone: +66 42 503 527
