Kinh Thanh Hue Hue, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam Last Updated: 11/10/2024 | |
The Imperial City of Hue (Kinh Thanh Hue), located in Thua Thien Hue province, Vietnam, was the capital of the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802 to 1945. The Imperial City was built in the early 19th century during the reign of Emperor Gia Long and was designed to reflect the unique cultural and architectural traditions of Vietnam. | |
The Imperial City, also known as the Citadel, is surrounded by walls and a moat and is entered through ten gates. Within the walls are numerous palaces, temples, pavilions, and other buildings that were used for government administration and ceremonies. The Imperial City covers an area of approximately 500 hectares and includes the Forbidden Purple City, which was reserved for the personal use of the emperor and his family. The Imperial City was heavily damaged during the Vietnam War, but significant restoration work has been undertaken to preserve and restore its buildings and structures. In 1993, the Imperial City was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique architecture and historical significance. Today, the Imperial City is a popular tourist destination and is one of the most important cultural and historical sites in Vietnam. Visitors can explore the palace complex and its many buildings, view exhibitions of royal artifacts and treasures, and learn about the history and culture of Vietnam's Nguyen Dynasty. |
Thap Cham Phu Dien Place » Historical Place Thap Cham Phu Dien, also known as My Khanh Tower, is a tower located in My Khanh village, Phu Dien commune, Phu Vang district, Thua Thien - Hue province. The tower was accidentally discovered in April 2001 by a mining company. The tower was then located 5-7 m deep in the sand, 3-4 m below the sea level and only 120 m from the sea coast. 52 views 💖 1Phu Dien, Phu Vang, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam | |
Dan Nam Giao Place » Historical Place Nam Giao Esplanade (Dan Nam Giao) - The three-terraced heaven and earth esplanade - was constructed in 1806 where the Nguyen emperors held heaven and earth ceremonies in the spring every three years for the welfare of the country and the stability of the dynasty. 330 views 💖 6Truong An, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam | |
Dien Voi Re Place » Historical Place Dien Voi Re (Mieu Long Chau) or Elephant Zoo is a famous historical site located in Thuy Bieu, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam. It is a historical relic of a herd of elephants under the Nguyen dynasty. This unique relic is the vestige of Hue ancient capital. 259 views 💖 4Thuy Biuu, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam | |
Lang Vua Kien Phuc Place » Historical Place Vua Kien Phuc, whose birth name was Nguyen Phuc Ung Dang, was the 7th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam. He was born on February 12, 1869, and ascended to the throne in 1883 at the age of 14. King Kien Phuc was only king for 8 months, and became the most ill-fated monarch of the Nguyen Dynasty, when he died just 15 years old - 1884. 40 views 💖 1Duong Xuan Thuong, Huong Thuy, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam | |
Lang Vua Bao Dai Place » Historical Place Vua Bao Dai, whose birth name was Nguyen Phuc Vinh Thuy, was the last emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam. He was born on October 22, 1913, and ascended to the throne in 1926 at the age of 12. Bao Dai's reign witnessed significant political changes and challenges as Vietnam went through colonial rule, Japanese occupation during World War II, and the struggle for independence. 35 views 💖 1Passy, Paris, France | |
Lang Vua Ham Nghi Place » Historical Place Vua Ham Nghi, whose birth name was Nguyen Phuc Ung Lich, was the 9th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam. He was born on August 3, 1871, and ascended to the throne in 1884 at the age of 13. His reign was short-lived and marked by resistance against French colonial rule. 45 views 💖 124290 Thonac, France | |
Lang Vua Duy Tan Place » Historical Place Vua Duy Tan, whose birth name was Nguyen Phuc Vinh San, was the 11th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam. He was born on October 19, 1900, and reigned from 1907 until 1916. Duy Tan's reign was significant because he sought to modernize and reform Vietnam, advocating for greater independence from French colonial rule. 38 views 💖 1Điện Long An, 8 Duy Tân, An Cựu, Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Vietnam | |
Lang Vua Thanh Thai Place » Historical Place Vua Thanh Thai, whose full name was Nguyen Phuc Buu Lan, was the tenth emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam. He was born on March 14, 1879, and ruled from 1889 to 1907. Vua Thanh Thai ascended to the throne at a young age, only nine years old, after the death of Emperor Dong Khanh. 36 views 💖 1Dien Long An, 8 Duy Tan, An Cuu, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam | |
Chin Ham Place » Historical Place Khu Di Tich Lich Su Chin Ham, also known as Nine Tunnels, is a historical site in An Tay ward, Hue city, about 6 km south of the city center, at the foot of Thien Thai mountain. It's called Nine Tunnels, but actually there are only 8 cellars and an attic. This is the area where the treasure of war materials and weapons was built by the French army in 1941. 196 views 💖 1Thien Thai, An Tay, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam | |
Cuu Vi Than Cong Place » Historical Place Cuu Vi Than Cong, also known as Nine Holy Cannons, is the name of the nine cannons of the Nguyen Dynasty that were cast by Hue artisans in the second Gia Long year - 1803. These nine cannons are considered the largest in Vietnam, and are among the most valuable bronze works of art. 228 views 💖 2Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam |