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Kinh Thanh Hue Hue City, Vietnam Last Updated: 03/05/2025 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | |
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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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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 |
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Cua Ngo Mon Place » Historical Place 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. 461 views 💖 5 👍 0Thua Thien Hue, 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 |