Emperor Tu Duc's tomb is located in a narrow valley in Duong Xuan Thuong village (currently Thuong Ba village, Thuy Xuan Commune, Hue City). It is one of the most beautiful works of royal architecture of the Nguyen dynasty. The tomb lies in a boundless pine forest, 8 km from Hue. Its construction started in December 1864 and finished in 1867.
Tomb's Thuan Thien (Dien Gia Thanh - Lang Thuan Thien Cao Hoang Hau) - Empress Thuan Thien, born Tran Thi Dang in Van Xa village, Huong Tra, Thua Thien, was the second wife of Emperor Gia Long of Vietnam and mother of Emperor Minh Mang.
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.
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.
Duong Xuan Thuong, Huong Thuy, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam
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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.
King Hiep Hoa was the sixth emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam and reigned for four months. His birth name was Nguyen Phuc Hong Dat (Nguyen Phuc Hong Dat), and he was born in 1808 in Hue, the imperial capital of Vietnam. Hiep Hoa was the 29th son of Emperor Thieu Tri.
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.
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.
Phu Van Lau 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 apavilion where the emperor would deliver speeches and proclamations to his subjects.
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.
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.
Lang Tien Cung, also known as Tu Thong Lang or Lang Van Van, is the burial place of Queen Huo Thien Thuan, the second wife of King Dong Khanh, the mother of King Khai Dinh. Her sure name is Duong Thi Thuc (1868 - 1944). This is one of the largest queen tombs in Hue.
Cua Nha Do, also known as Chanh Nam Mon, is one of many entrances to the Hue Imperial Citadel and is a historical site that holds cultural and architectural significance. Cua Nha Do is situated in the heart of Hue City, which is known for its rich history as the former imperial capital of Vietnam. It is located in the Thuan Hoa neighborhood, which is within close proximity to many other notable landmarks and attractions in the city.
Cong vien Thuong Bac is a park located in the Phu Hoa district of Thua Thien Hue province, Vietnam. It is situated along Tran Hung Dao Street, which is amajor road in the area. In 1870, King Tu Duc allowed to build the park named Cong Vien Thuong Bac to welcome the ambassadors.
Cua Hoa Binh is one of four gates to enter the Imperial City which is awalled enclosure within the citadel of the city of Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen dynasty. It is located in the back of the Imperial City.
Cua Quang Duc, also known as cuaSap, is one of many entrances to the Hue Imperial Citadel and is a historical site that holds cultural and architectural significance. Cua Quang Duc is situated in the heart of Hue City, which is known for its rich history as the former imperial capital of Vietnam. It is located in the Thuan Hoa neighborhood, which is within close proximity to many other notable landmarks and attractions in the city.
After the defeat of Le Van Khoi in the South. King Minh Mang set up aspecialized agency to manage the secret issues, especially in the military matters. The king followed the model of the Song Dynasty's secret service agency and the Qing Dynasty's intelligence army to establish the secret service agency for the country - Tam Toaor Vien Co Mat - to manage the secret issues.
Ta ng Thu Lau is abuilding built on Huc Hai Lake, Hue in 1825, used as a place to store old official documents of the Nguyen Dynasty's offices and six ministries. This can be considered as a Vietnamese archive under the Nguyen Dynasty that stores rare and precious documents related to the activities of the court and the changes of the country.
Lang Thoai Thanh or Thoai Thanh Tomb is the tomb of the mother of emperor Gia Long. This is the mausoleum of Queen Hung To Hieu Khuong (1738-1811), the second wife of Nguyen Phuc Con (Luan) and the mother of King Gia Long. Her sure name is Nguyen Thi Hoa n.
Van Thanh, Huong Ho, Huong Tra , Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam
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Van Mieu Hue, also known as the Temple of Literature in Hue, is a historical site located in Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam. Van Mieu Hue is not only a significant historical and cultural site but also a place that highlights the importance of education and learning in Vietnamese society. It offers visitors a glimpse into Vietnam's imperial past and provides an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of traditional Vietnamese architecture.
