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Cua Ngo Mon Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam Last Updated: 02/01/2025 |
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The Citadel Gate (Cổng Ngọ Môn) in Hue, Vietnam, is the main entrance to the Imperial City, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the former capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty. The Citadel Gate is one of the most iconic structures within the Imperial City and serves as the entrance to the Forbidden Purple City, which was reserved exclusively for the emperor, his family, and his royal concubines. | |
| The Citadel Gate was built in the early 1800s and features an impressive triple arched entranceway, with intricate decorations and motifs. The gate is flanked by two large stone pillars that were once used to display the emperor's proclamations and edicts. The Imperial City was severely damaged during the Vietnam War, but many of its structures have been restored and preserved in recent years. Today, visitors can explore the Citadel Gate and other parts of the Imperial City to gain adeeper understanding of Vietnam's rich cultural heritage and history. The Citadel Gate is an important cultural and historical landmark in Thua Thien Hue, and its impressive architecture and intricate decorations make it a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the area. | |
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Minh Mang Place » Historical Place The tomb of the Emperor Minh Mang is located in an enclosed hilly area of Cam Khe village, 12 km from the centre of Hue. The construction of the tomb of Minh Mang started in 1840 and was completed in 1843. 434 views 💖 3 👍 0ấp An Bằng, phường Long Hồ, quận Phú Xuân, Thành phố Huế |
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Cuu Vi Than Cong Place » Historical Place Nine Holy Cannons (Cửu vị Thần công) 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. 313 views 💖 3 👍 1Hue, Vietnam |
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Gia Long Place » Historical Place The Mausoleum of Emperor Gia Long is located 16km from the centre of Hue, on top of the Thien Tho mountain, on the west bank of the Huong river. Construction of the tomb began in 1814 and was completed in 1820. 581 views 💖 5 👍 0Phường Long Hồ, quận Phú Xuân, Hue |
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Phu Van Lau Place » Historical Place Phu Văn Lâu is a historic building located in the city of Hue in Thua Thien Hue province, Vietnam. It was built during the Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled Vietnam from 1802 to 1945. The building was constructed in 1817 and served as a pavilion where the emperor would deliver speeches and proclamations to his subjects. 322 views 💖 2 👍 0Lê Duẩn, Phú Thuân, Thành phố Huế |
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Thai To Mieu Place » Historical Place Thái Tổ miếu is a historical site dedicated to the worship of the first kings of the Nguyen dynasty. The construction of Thai To Mieu began in 1806 during the reign of Emperor Gia Long and was completed in 1833 during the reign of Emperor Minh Mang. The temple complex covers an area of over 7,000 square meters and features a range of traditional Vietnamese architectural styles. 371 views 💖 3 👍 0Đoàn Thị Điểm, Phú Hậu, Huế, Thành phố Huế |
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Kinh Thanh Hue Place » Historical Place Hue Historic Citadel (Kinh thành Huế), located in Hue City, 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. 512 views 💖 4 👍 1Hue City, Vietnam |
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Cua Hien Nhon Place » Historical Place Hien Nhon Gate (Cửa Hiển Nhơn) is one of four gates located in the East of the Hue Imperial Citadel to enter and leave the Citadel. Hien Nhon Gate was built in 1805 under the reign of King Gia Long. 170 views 💖 1 👍 0Đoàn Thị Điểm, Thuận Thành, Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế |
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Phu Xuan Place » City Phú Xuân is a ward of Huế in the North Central Coast region of Vietnam. Arrange the entire natural area and population size of Gia Hoi, Phu Hau, Tay Loc, Thuan Loc, Thuan Hoa and Dong Ba wards into a new ward called Phu Xuan ward. 126 views 💖 1 👍 0Hue City, Vietnam |