Relic point Vietnam
Việt Nam
Gray Temple
Located in Lac Dao village, Hong Quang commune, Nam Dinh ward, Ninh Binh province, Xam Temple, also known as Dinh Xam or Dinh Hat, is a place of worship dedicated to General Tran Minh Cong, whose real name was Tran Lam – a figure who helped Dinh Bo Linh quell the rebellion of the 12 warlords and contribute to the unification of the country. Xam Temple has a long history, with architecture and art developed and refined over many periods, from the Mac Dynasty, the Later Le Dynasty to the Nguyen Dynasty. The complex includes the main temple, the front hall, the middle hall, the main sanctuary, and two side halls. Particularly noteworthy is the exquisite wood carving system featuring dragons, phoenixes, mythical creatures, tigers, and various animals and flowers, clearly showcasing the characteristics of traditional wooden architecture from the 16th-17th centuries. Beyond its architectural value, Xam Temple also preserves unique folk cultural features. Every year, a festival is held from the 17th to the 19th of August in the lunar calendar, featuring folk singing, dancing, and boat racing competitions. Notably, the locality still preserves 10 ancient folk songs and 10 traditional <i>ca trù</i> songs, along with many traditional dances. These cultural activities are what gave the site its name, "Singing Temple." Source: Nhan Dan Newspaper
Ninh Binh
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Rating : Special national monument
105mm artillery position of the 805th Company
Located on Pha Hill, part of the Pu Hong Meo mountain range, in Nam Thanh ward, Dien Bien Phu city and Thanh Xuong commune, Dien Bien province, the 105mm artillery position of Company 805, Battalion 954, Regiment 45, Division 351 is a component of the Dien Bien Phu Battlefield Special National Historical Site. The position is situated at an altitude of approximately 1,000m, offering a wide observation point overlooking the Muong Thanh basin and Dien Bien Phu city. During the 1954 Dien Bien Phu Campaign, this position was where Company 805 deployed its 105mm artillery, contributing to a more than 30km long fire arc encircling the French stronghold. From here, our artillery carried out the task of suppressing enemy artillery, bombarding important positions, and supporting infantry attacks. In particular, during the first attack on March 13, 1954, the artillery positions coordinated to suppress French firepower, creating favorable conditions for the infantry to attack the Him Lam stronghold. To ensure safety and combat effectiveness, the artillery positions were meticulously constructed with a system of gun emplacements, ammunition bunkers, command bunkers, rest bunkers, trenches, and diversionary positions. After more than 70 years, the site still retains traces of 9 artillery bunkers, a section of trench, and an observation post. These traces are evidence of the hardship, creativity, and artistry in the deployment and use of artillery by our army during the Dien Bien Phu Campaign. Source: Dien Bien Province Relics Management Board
Dien Bien
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Rating : Special national monument
Bat Thap Pagoda
Bat Thap Pagoda – An Ancient Charm in the Heart of Hanoi. Located at 209 Doi Can Street, Ba Dinh Ward, Hanoi, Bat Thap Pagoda, also known as Van Bao Pagoda, is a Buddhist architectural relic with a long history, closely associated with the ancient Thang Long region. The name Bat Thap (Eight Towers) is believed to originate from the unique shape of the pagoda's base, which resembles a bowl. The pagoda is situated on high ground, offering a spacious and airy environment. Highlights include the two-story, eight-roofed gate, the seven-bay front hall, and the three-bay rear hall. The intricately carved wooden components depict dragons, tigers, and plants, creating a structure that is both robust and graceful. The pagoda still preserves a system of Buddha and Mother Goddess statues dating from the late Le Dynasty to the Nguyen Dynasty, most notably the Three Buddhas statues. In addition, there are many precious artifacts such as a pair of bronze cranes, incense burners, and especially the bronze bell "Bat Thap Pagoda Bell," cast in the second year of Gia Long's reign, which is 1803. With its historical, architectural, and artistic value, Bat Thap Pagoda is an important landmark that reflects the cultural landscape of ancient Thang Long, and is also a destination for tourists to explore the beauty of Buddhist architecture in the heart of Hanoi. Source: National Museum of History
Hanoi
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Rating : National Monument
Ngoc Khanh Temple
Located beside Ngoc Khanh Lake in Ngoc Khanh Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Ngoc Khanh Temple is a valuable architectural and artistic relic, built around the 18th century and classified as a historical monument by the Hanoi City government in 2006. The temple is dedicated to the Three Supreme Deities: Ha Hai Thai Giam Hoang Phuc Trung, Linh Lang Dai Vuong, and Thanh Hoang Uy Linh. These deities are associated with the protection of the country, the development of the western region of the capital, and the establishment of the ancient "Thirteen Villages" system. Beyond its historical value, Ngoc Khanh Temple also preserves many precious Han Nom artifacts and documents such as palanquins, dragon thrones, ornate doors, horizontal plaques, couplets, bells, bronze gongs, bronze incense burners, and censers. Notably, the temple also preserves four royal decrees, the earliest of which is the decree dated the 2nd year of the Minh Menh reign (1821). Despite numerous renovations, Ngoc Khanh Temple today retains its solemn appearance, serving as a place of religious worship for the people and a destination for tourists to learn about the history and culture of the Ba Dinh area. Source: Hanoi Famous Landmarks and Historical Sites
Hanoi
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Rating : National Monument
Tran Khat Chan Temple
The Tran Khat Chan Temple is located at the foot of Don Son Mountain, in Vinh Loc town, Thanh Hoa province, more than 2 km from Ho Dynasty Citadel. The Tran Khat Chan Temple is a national historical monument, associated with the life and career of General Tran Khat Chan – a famous general of the late Tran Dynasty. In 1390, during the war against the Champa army, Tran Khat Chan commanded the Dai Viet army to defeat Che Bong Nga's army at Hai Trieu, contributing to the defense of the borders. However, when the Tran Dynasty weakened, he participated in the resistance against Ho Quy Ly. The plot failed, and in 1399, Tran Khat Chan and many others were executed at Don Son. In remembrance of this talented and loyal general, the local people erected a temple in his honor around the late 15th – early 16th century and revered him as the tutelary deity. The temple features traditional architecture with main components such as the entrance gate, front hall, middle hall, and rear hall; it still preserves many valuable artifacts, including imperial decrees from the Nguyen Dynasty. Every year, the Trần Khát Chân Commemoration Ceremony is held on the 23rd and 24th of April in the lunar calendar, providing an opportunity for locals and tourists to remember the contributions of this renowned general, while also learning about and preserving the historical and cultural values of the Vĩnh Lộc region. Source: Thanh Hóa Newspaper and Radio & Television
Thanh Hoa
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Rating : National Monument
Tran Phu Memorial Site
The Tran Phu Memorial Site is located in Duc Tho commune, Ha Tinh province, the hometown of Comrade Tran Phu – the first General Secretary of the Party. This is a historically significant site, preserving the imprints of the life and revolutionary career of this steadfast communist fighter. Comrade Tran Phu was born on May 1, 1904, into a patriotic scholarly family. In October 1930, he was elected the first General Secretary of the Party and directly drafted the 1930 Political Thesis. In April 1931, he was arrested by the French colonialists and died on September 6, 1931, at Cho Quan Hospital in Saigon, at the age of 27. Before his death, he left behind the famous admonition: "Maintain your fighting spirit." In 1999, his remains were brought back to his hometown for burial. The tomb is located on Quan Hoi Mountain, facing Tam Soa Wharf – the confluence of the Ngan Sau, Ngan Pho, and La rivers. Within the grounds are a memorial stele and the tombs of the comrade's parents and younger brother. About 1km from the tomb is the Tran family ancestral temple and the Tran Phu Memorial Exhibition House, which houses many documents, images, and artifacts related to the comrade's revolutionary life. Today, the Tran Phu Memorial Site has become a destination for generations to come, offering incense, learning about history, and commemorating the first General Secretary of the Party – an exemplary figure of patriotism, unwavering will, and indomitable spirit in the face of the enemy. Source: News and Ethnic Minorities Newspaper
Ha Tinh
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Rating : National Monument
Tomb of Nguyen Lo Trach
The tomb of Nguyen Lo Trach, also known as Ha Nhan and Ky Am, is located in the Don Cat area, Ke Mon village, Phong Phu ward, Phong Dien town, Hue city. Born on February 15, 1853, he was a progressive thinker during the reign of Emperor Tu Duc, notable for his ideas on national reform amidst the turbulent times in Vietnamese society. Nguyen Lo Trach left behind valuable ideas in three famous works: "Thoi Vu Sach Thuong," "Thoi Vu Sach Ha," and "Thien Ha Dai The Luan," reflecting his vision and proposals for national renewal and consolidation. He died in 1895 and was initially buried in Binh Dinh. In 1957, his descendants reinterred his remains in his hometown of Ke Mon. The tomb is circular, with a simple structure, approximately 3 meters in diameter, and walls 40 cm high and 20 cm thick. With historical values associated with the life and reformist ideas of Nguyen Lo Trach, his tomb was recognized as a National Historical Monument on December 28, 2001. Source: Phu Ho Commune website – hue.gov.vn
Hue
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Rating : National Monument
Thien Quy Pagoda
Thien Quy Pagoda, also known as Kenh Pagoda, is a distinctive architectural masterpiece in Dong Hung District, Hung Yen Province. Built during the late Ly Dynasty and early Tran Dynasty, the pagoda has undergone numerous renovations and still retains many traces of its ancient architecture. The complex includes a triple gate, the main sanctuary, the ancestral hall, the Mother Goddess shrine, the guardian hall, a bell tower, and a system of ancient pagodas, creating a grand traditional Buddhist space. The architecture is particularly notable for the intricate carvings on the rafters, brackets, and reliefs, along with many Buddha statues, guardian deity statues, and valuable religious artifacts. The pagoda also preserves many stone steles, bronze bells, stone chimes, and ancient artifacts, including a bell cast during the Tay Son Dynasty. Notably, Thien Quy Pagoda is renowned for its system of ancient pagodas and architectural relics of significant historical and artistic value. Beyond being a place of religious worship, the pagoda is also closely linked to the community's cultural life through the Thien Quy Pagoda Festival, held annually with Buddhist rituals, processions, artistic performances, and many folk games. With its historical, architectural, and cultural values, Thien Quy Pagoda is a destination rich in the history of Dong Hung, contributing to the preservation of the traditional beauty of Vietnamese folk culture and beliefs. Source: Buddhist World
Hung Yen
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Rating : National Monument
The Tien Luc complex of communal houses, temples, and pagodas.
Located in Tien Luc commune, Lang Giang district, Bac Giang province (now Bac Ninh), the Tien Luc complex of temples and pagodas is a unique cultural and religious space, comprising Phuc Quang Pagoda, Tien Luc Temple, Thuan Hoa communal house, Vien Son communal house, and a thousand-year-old wild cinnamon tree. The structures within the complex were built long ago and were restored and renovated during the Le Trung Hung period. To this day, many structures still retain relatively intact ancient architecture along with exquisite carvings such as dragons, animals, fairies riding dragons, and scenes of folk life. The highlight of the complex is the thousand-year-old wild cinnamon tree, closely associated with the beliefs and cultural life of the local people. Legend says that the tree was once bestowed the title "National Lord of the Great Wild Cinnamon Tree" by King Le Canh Hung, becoming a sacred symbol of the Tien Luc region. The complex also preserves many valuable Buddha statues, religious artifacts, and antiques, notably nearly 100 statues at Phuc Quang Pagoda and many artifacts dating from the Le and Nguyen dynasties. In particular, the Tien Luc festival, with its water procession, palanquin procession, word-arranging custom, and unique folk games, has been inscribed on the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Source: Bac Ninh TV Newspaper
Bac Ninh
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Rating : Special national monument
Phu Huu Temple
Phu Huu Temple is a national-level architectural and artistic relic, currently located in Phu Hoa hamlet, Phu Huu commune, Dong Thap province. The temple was built in the early 19th century, initiated by Mr. Thieu Quang Loc, who mobilized local people to build it to worship the tutelary deity. In 1852, during the reign of Emperor Tu Duc, the temple was granted the title "Tutelary Deity of the Locality". In 1903, due to erosion by swirling water, the temple was relocated and restored to its current location. Phu Huu Temple impresses with its airy space, surrounded by ancient trees, with the Sa Dec River in front and the Cai Tau Ha River to the side. The complex includes a screen wall, lotus platform, ceremonial gate, the Five Elements Shrine, the Tiger Shrine, the God of Agriculture Shrine, the Lady of the Land Shrine, and the temple dedicated to the tutelary deity. Every year, the temple holds three main ceremonies: the Lower Field Ceremony on the 17th of June, the Upper Field Ceremony on the 17th of September, and the Ancestral Temple Ceremony on the 17th of December (lunar calendar). This is not only a place of religious worship for the community but also preserves the distinctive cultural and architectural values of the Southern region of Vietnam. With its outstanding historical, cultural, and artistic values, on December 18, 2009, Phu Huu communal house was classified as a National Architectural and Artistic Monument by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Source: Wikipedia
Dong Thap
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Rating : National Monument