Hoan Kiem Lake

Hoan Kiem Lake is located in the heart of Hanoi. This famous destination attracts many locals and tourists to visit, enjoy its beautiful natural scenery, and combine entertainment and dining. Information about Hoan Kiem Lake Previously, in feudal times, Hoan Kiem Lake was variously known as Luc Thuy Lake (Vietnamese: hồ Lục Thủy, meaning “Green […]

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Co Loa – the oldest citadel of the Vietnamese people

As the capital of the Au Lac state under the reign of An Duong Vuong around the 3rd century BC, Co Loa is the oldest citadel in Vietnam. Currently, Co Loa still has vestiges of its ramparts and unique structures: An Duong Vuong Temple, Co Loa communal house, My Chau Temple…  According to legend, this […]

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Co Loa Citadel

Co Loa Citadel is not only a cultural heritage site but also a testament to the creativity, technical skill, and culture of the ancient Vietnamese people. Currently, this place has long been a tourist destination imbued with historical significance and associated with many legends of Vietnam. General information about Co Loa Citadel Co Loa Citadel (Vietnamese: Thành […]

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Kinh Thien Palace

Kinh Thien Palace (Vietnamese: Điện Kính Thiên) is the central relic of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – Hanoi, bearing the mark of peak architecture during the early Le Dynasty. After 600 years of change, although only the palace foundation and dragon shelf remain here, the palace’s artistic value is still intact as it […]

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Northern Gate Relic

Northern Gate Relic (Vietnamese: di tích Cửa Bắc) is the only remaining city gate of Hanoi, which has a tragic history marked by two battles in which the French colonialists prevailed. Currently, the North Gate has become a must-see tourist attraction and historical relic in Hanoi. History and architecture of the North Gate The Northern Gate […]

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Archaeological Area

The Archaeological Area in Thang Long Imperial Citadel is currently home to hundreds of precious artifacts and relics from many dynasties and historical periods of Vietnam. In December 2002, in preparation for the construction of the new National Assembly, a large-scale archaeological excavation was conducted at 18 Hoang Dieu, Ba Dinh Ward, Hanoi. The archaeological […]

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Hanoi Flag Tower

Hanoi Flag Tower is a special historical structure and has the most majestic scale in the Thang Long Imperial Citadel complex. Not only is it a symbol of Hanoi, but the Flag Tower is also a historic relic. This work is considered a “historical witness” to the resilience and indomitability of the local people during […]

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Existing works of Thang Long Imperial Citadel

The world cultural heritage of Thang Long Imperial Citadel is a complex of relics associated with the history of the formation and development of Hanoi Capital. After historical changes, which works of the ancient Thang Long Imperial Citadel are still preserved? Hanoi Flag Tower As one of the intact preserved relics in the World Heritage […]

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Main Gate – Historical witnesses in Thang Long Imperial Citadel

Main Gate (Vienamese: Đoan Môn) is one of the main gates leading to the Forbidden City in the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long. Based on the monument’s construction materials and existing architectural style, it can be confirmed that the current Main Gate was built during the Le dynasty and renovated during the Nguyen dynasty. The […]

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Thang Long Imperial Citadel

Thang Long Imperial Citadel (Vietnamese: Hoàng thành Thăng Long) is a complex of relics associated with the history of the formation of the capital Thang Long (one of the old names of Hanoi). This is a massive architectural work, built by dynasties over many historical periods, and has become the most important monument in Vietnam’s […]

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