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Ha Tinh ancient citadel
Ha Tinh Ancient Citadel - Witness of history in the heart of the city Located in Tan Giang ward, Ha Tinh city, Ha Tinh Ancient Citadel is a national historical-cultural relic, associated with the formation and development of Ha Tinh land. First built with earth in 1804 under the reign of King Gia Long, in 1833, King Minh Mang rebuilt it with laterite according to Vauban military architecture. In 1881, after Ha Tinh province was re-established, the citadel continued to be solidly built with brick and stone. The citadel has a unique hexagonal shape, about 3.2 m high, surrounded by a 20 m wide moat, along with a system of walls, city gates and solid defensive structures. This is one of the typical military works of the Nguyen Dynasty, demonstrating a harmonious combination of traditional Vietnamese architecture and Western citadel construction techniques. Experiencing many historical events, Ha Tinh Ancient Citadel was once an important administrative and military center and a witness of resistance wars to protect the Fatherland. Although many items are no longer intact, the remaining vestiges still hold great value in terms of history, culture and traditional education. Today, Ha Tinh Citadel is not only a symbol of the patriotic spirit and resilient will of the people of Ha Tinh but also an attractive destination, contributing to preserving and spreading historical values for future generations. Source: Ha Tinh Province Tourism Electronic Information Portal
Ha Tinh
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Rating : National monument
Vi Xuyen Front
Vi Xuyen Front - An immortal epic at the forefront of the Fatherland After the war to protect the northern border in 1979, the Vi Xuyen area continued to be a hot spot with hundreds of fierce battles lasting nearly a decade. From 1984 to 1989, the Vietnamese army and people stubbornly held on to strategic high points such as 468, 685, 772, 1100, 1509, Doi Dai, Co Ich... determined to maintain every inch of the sacred land of the Fatherland. The mountains in Vi Xuyen have suffered millions of artillery shells, many high points were flattened, and the terrain deformed after intense battles. That fierceness caused this place to be called by veterans with the haunting name: "Lime Kiln of the Century". More than 4,000 officers and soldiers have heroically sacrificed their lives, thousands of others were injured or forever lying in the heart of the rocky mountain, whose remains have not yet been found. The blood of the soldiers has mixed with the motherland, writing an immortal epic about patriotism and the will to protect border sovereignty. High score 468 – Symbol of the will to keep the land In the system of relics of the Vi Xuyen Front, High Point 468 is one of the most sacred places. This was once a strategic location, where many fierce battles took place between our troops and the enemy. Today, on top of 468, the Temple of Martyrs of the Vi Xuyen Front and the Memorial House of Gratitude to the Martyrs have been built, becoming a place for comrades, relatives and tourists to offer incense to commemorate those who have fallen. Standing on high point 468, looking out over the rolling mountains, it is hard for anyone to imagine that this place was once the fiercest battlefield of the war to protect the northern border. Each incense stick lit is not only a tribute to those who have sacrificed but also reminds today's generations of the value of peace that is exchanged for blood and bones. Vi Xuyen National Martyrs Cemetery - The resting place of immortal soldiers About 18 km from Ha Giang city, Vi Xuyen National Martyrs Cemetery is the resting place of 1,863 martyrs and a mass grave, including more than 1,600 martyrs who died in the war to protect the Northern border. The cemetery was built in 1990, leaning against the Tay Con Linh range, facing the historic Lo river. Thousands of white tombstones are lined up in neat rows like comrades still standing side by side guarding the border. Every year, on July 12 - the death anniversary of Division 356, the War Invalids and Martyrs Day on July 27, the Vietnam People's Army's Founding Day on December 22 and other major holidays of the country, tens of thousands of veterans, relatives of martyrs and tourists from all over the country return here to offer incense and commemorate those who are forever in their twenties. Source: Tourist Information Center
Tuyen Quang
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Rating : National monument
Monument to Youth Volunteers - Happiness Road
Monument to Youth Volunteers - An eternal symbol on the Path to Happiness The Youth Volunteer Monument is located on the Happiness Road, in the Dong Van Stone Plateau area, Tuyen Quang province (formerly in Ha Giang province). This is a memorial to the young volunteers and people of all ethnic groups who devoted their youth, sweat and blood to open the legendary route through the northernmost rocky mountains of the Fatherland. The Road of Happiness was started on September 10, 1959 and completed in 1965, with a length of about 185 km, connecting Ha Giang city with Quan Ba, Yen Minh, Dong Van and Meo Vac. To complete the project, nearly 1,000 local workers and more than 1,000 young volunteers from 16 ethnic groups in 8 provinces worked continuously for more than 5 years in extremely arduous conditions. With only rudimentary tools such as hoes, shovels, crowbars and sledgehammers, they excavated and transported more than 3 million cubic meters of soil and rock, creating the first route connecting the rocky plateau with the lowlands. Particularly when crossing Ma Pi Leng pass, the force paving the way had to hang on a steep cliff for 11 months to drill rocks and open every meter of the road. During the construction process, 14 young volunteers heroically sacrificed their lives, leaving an indelible mark in the history of building the country. In that pioneering epic, there was an important contribution from more than 200 young volunteers in Cao Bang province. They participated in the construction of many important roads such as Pac Sum, Trang Kim, Pho Bang, Lung Cam, Xa Phin and many other roads on the rocky plateau. One of Cao Bang's outstanding children who sacrificed on the construction site was martyr Trieu Van Thoong, contributing to enhancing the tradition of fighting and dedication of the homeland's youth. To remember the contributions of those who paved the way, in 2017, the Youth Volunteer Monument Cluster was built right next to the Happiness Road. The work is made of natural stone, 16 m high including the statue's pedestal. The main cluster of statues includes five images of young volunteers with a proud and strong posture, demonstrating their resilient will and spirit of solidarity to overcome all difficulties. Behind are three bas-reliefs recreating the journey from the first days to the rocky area, the process of breaking the mountain to open the way to the moment the historic route was completed. Today, the Youth Volunteer Monument is not only a stop on the journey to explore the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark but also a "red address" to educate generations about revolutionary traditions. Amidst the majestic scenery of the mountains and forests, the monument reminds each visitor of the noble sacrifices of the young volunteers who turned the seemingly impossible into reality. This is a symbol of patriotism, the will to overcome difficulties and the desire to contribute, contributing to creating the Road to Happiness - the pride of the northernmost region of Vietnam. According to Tuyen Quang electronic newspaper (compilation)
Tuyen Quang
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Rating : National monument
Be Van Dan Heroic Martyrs Memorial House
Be Van Dan Heroic Martyrs Memorial House - Red address in the revolutionary homeland of Cao Bang Be Van Dan Heroic Martyr Memorial House is located in Ban Buong hamlet, Trieu Au commune, Cao Bang province, on the foundation of the house where the hero was born and raised. This is a work of special significance, built to commemorate and pay tribute to Hero of the People's Armed Forces Be Van Dan - an outstanding son of the Tay people, who heroically sacrificed his life in the Dien Bien Phu Campaign. Be Van Dan was born in 1931 in a poor family, joined the army in 1949 and participated in many major campaigns. During the battle at Muong Pon in 1954, when his comrades had no support to use the machine gun, he bravely used his shoulder as a gun stand, encouraging his comrades to continue fighting. That brave action contributed to repelling the enemy's counterattack, before he heroically sacrificed his life. With a particularly outstanding victory, Be Van Dan was posthumously awarded the title of Hero of the People's Armed Forces by the State. The memorial house was built according to the traditional stilt house architecture of the Tay people, in harmony with the landscape of Cao Bang mountains and forests. Inside is a solemn worship space with an altar, portraits and documents and artifacts introducing the life, career and heroic fighting example of Heroic Martyr Be Van Dan. The spacious, green campus creates a solemn space, a place for people and tourists to offer incense and commemorate. Today, the Be Van Dan Martyrs' Memorial House is not only a place to pay tribute to the national hero but also a "red address" that educates patriotic traditions, gratitude and revolutionary spirit for generations. This is a destination with historical significance, contributing to preserving the nation's heroic memories and spreading good values of courage and sacrifice for the independence and freedom of the Fatherland. According to Cao Bang electronic newspaper
Cao Bang
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Rating : Provincial level relics
Dong Thanh communal house
Dong Thanh Communal House - Historical and architectural relic in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter Dong Thanh communal house, also known as Hang Vai communal house, is located at 7 Hang Vai street, Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi. This is one of the typical ancient communal houses of the old quarter, both a place for religious activities of the residential community and preserving many unique historical, cultural and architectural values of ancient Thang Long. The communal house was built to worship Saint Huyen Thien Tran Vu - a god revered by the people for his merits in guarding the North and protecting the country and people. Previously, the communal house was the common living place of two villages, Dong Thanh and Dong Thanh Thi, later merged into Dong Thanh village under the Nguyen Dynasty. Over the centuries, the communal house has still preserved many precious artifacts such as the bronze statue of Saint Huyen Thien Tran Vu, the system of stone stele of the Nguyen Dynasty recording the process of construction and restoration along with ordinations, horizontal panels, and parallel sentences with historical and artistic value. These are precious documents that contribute to reflecting the cultural and religious life of Hanoi's Old Quarter residents through many periods. Not only has architectural and religious value, Dong Thanh communal house is also associated with important milestones in the nation's history. During the early days of the National Resistance War at the end of 1946, the communal house was used as an ambulance station of Inter-Region I, contributing to the fight to protect the Capital for 60 historic days and nights. This event has increased the historical value of the monument, turning this place into a red address for educating patriotic traditions for generations. In 2014, Dong Thanh communal house was ranked as a city-level historical - architectural and artistic relic. Today, the communal house is not only a place for local people's religious activities but also an attractive attraction on the journey to explore Hanoi's Old Quarter. According to Hanoi New Newspaper
Hanoi
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Rating : Provincial level relics
Nam Lin historical relic site
Nam Lin historical relic site, in Hoang Tung commune, Cao Bang province, is one of the typical "red addresses" of the Vietnamese revolution. This is the place that marked the establishment of the first Communist Party cell of Cao Bang province on April 1, 1930, marking an important turning point in the local revolutionary history. With great significance in history and traditional education, Nam Lin has become a destination not to be missed for those who want to learn about the revolutionary roots of Cao Bang. More than 90 years ago, under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam and the direct direction of comrade Hoang Dinh Giong, the first Communist Party cell of Cao Bang province was established in Nam Lin with three party members: Hoang Van Non, Le Doan Chu and Nong Van Do. Comrade Hoang Van Non was elected Party Cell Secretary. From here, the revolutionary movement in Cao Bang was organized and developed strongly, making an important contribution to the cause of national liberation. To recognize the special historical value of this location, on February 13, 1995, the Ministry of Culture and Information recognized Nam Lin as a national historical site. Today, the relic site is preserved and beautifully restored, becoming a place to store documents, images and traces of the birth of the first Party organization in Cao Bang. The space of the monument looks solemn, quiet, and in harmony with the natural landscape of the midland region, creating favorable conditions for sightseeing and historical learning activities. Coming to Nam Lin Historical Relic Area, visitors will not only be introduced to the process of forming the province's first Party Cell but also have the opportunity to better understand the patriotic tradition, spirit of solidarity and resilient will to fight of the people of Cao Bang's ethnic groups. This is where resource-giving activities, incense offerings, thematic activities, admission of party members, union members and traditional educational programs for pupils, students, officials and the armed forces regularly take place. According to Cao Bang electronic newspaper
Cao Bang
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Rating : National monument
To Thi Hoan Temple
To Thi Hoan Temple Located in Dong Tam hamlet, Ly Quoc commune, Cao Bang province, To Thi Hoan Temple is a destination rich in historical, cultural and spiritual values. With a peaceful setting at the foot of Xuan Son mountain and unique traditional architecture, the temple is not only a place where local people place their religious beliefs but also an attractive attraction for tourists when coming to the borderland of Cao Bang. The temple was built to worship Mrs. To Thi Hoan (To Thi Hue), a character associated with the legend of Vietnamese women's loyalty. After her death, people built a temple to commemorate and pay tribute to her virtues. Over the centuries, the temple has always been preserved by the people, becoming a place for cultural and religious activities and a symbol of the local community's tradition of "when you drink water, remember its source". In 2011, To Thi Hoan Temple was ranked by the People's Committee of Cao Bang province as a provincial-level historical and cultural relic. Faced with the deterioration of the project over time, in 2025 the locality implemented a renovation and restoration project with a total cost of 6 billion VND. After the renovation process, the temple was built spaciously according to traditional architecture including three compartments, yin-yang tiled roof, main courtyard, steps to the temple and a solid embankment wall system. The interior is solemnly decorated with horizontal panels, couplets, hammock doors, worship statues, altar tables and worship objects made of ceramic and stone, creating a sacred and ancient space. Coming to To Thi Hoan Temple, visitors will not only admire the beauty of a traditional architectural work but also have the opportunity to learn about the history, culture and beliefs of local people. The peaceful space, blending with the green mountain and forest landscape, creates a peaceful feeling, suitable for sightseeing trips, offering incense and exploring local culture. According to Cao Bang electronic newspaper
Cao Bang
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Rating : Provincial level relics
Sung Phuc Pagoda
Sung Phuc Pagoda Located in Thanh Nhat town, Ha Lang district, Cao Bang province, Sung Phuc Pagoda is one of the famous ancient pagodas of the Northeast region, with a history of more than 700 years. The pagoda was built during the reign of King Tran Nhan Tong with the original name Sung Khanh, to develop Buddhism and assert sovereignty in the border area after the victory against the Yuan-Mongol army. In 1782, the pagoda was restored, moved to its current location and renamed Sung Phuc. The pagoda has bold Le Dynasty architecture with a Nhi-shaped main hall, traditional tiled roof and ancient campus. Not only is it a place to worship Guan Yin Buddha, the pagoda also worships Nghia Thanh Vuong Nguyen Dinh Ba - the person who publicly destroyed and protected the Cao Bang border area, and is associated with Nguyen Thi Due, Vietnam's first female doctorate, who practiced and taught here. The relic still preserves many precious artifacts such as stone stele, Nguyen Dynasty ordination and many valuable historical documents. Every year, from the 14th to the 16th of the first lunar month, the Sung Phuc Pagoda festival is held with incense offering ceremonies, Buddha procession and many unique folk cultural activities, attracting a large number of people and tourists. With outstanding historical, architectural and religious values, Sung Phuc Pagoda was ranked a National Historical and Cultural Relic by the Ministry of Culture and Information on January 29, 1993. Today, the pagoda is not only a famous spiritual destination of Cao Bang but also a symbol of patriotic tradition, studious spirit and cultural identity of the border region. Source: Journal of Buddhist Studies (compilation)
Cao Bang
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Rating : National monument
Yen Phu Communal House
Yen Phu Communal House Located in Tay Ho ward, Hanoi city (formerly in Yen Phu ward, Tay Ho district), Yen Phu Communal House is a typical historical - architectural and artistic relic, associated with the belief of worshiping Uy Linh Lang Dai Vuong and his two younger brothers, Vuong Duy Dai Vuong and Vuong Ba Dai Vuong. According to legend, Uy Linh Lang was a general who made great contributions in the resistance war against the Yuan army during the Tran Dynasty and was honored by the people as the village's Tutelary God. The communal house was built according to the traditional "Ding"-shaped architecture, including the Great Court and the Harem, featuring an ironwood frame system, ancient tiled roofs, and exquisite carvings of dragons, phoenixes, and four sacred animals in the 17th century artistic style. Inside the communal house, many precious artifacts such as ordinations, stone stele, bronze bells, horizontal plates, parallel sentences and ancient worship objects with historical and cultural value are preserved. Not only is it a place for local people's religious activities, Yen Phu Communal House is also one of the typical relics on West Lake, contributing to reflecting the history, traditions and long-standing cultural life of the land of Thang Long - Hanoi. In 1986, Yen Phu Communal House was ranked as a National Historical, Architectural and Artistic Monument by the Ministry of Culture and Information (now the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism). Today, the monument is an attractive destination for tourists and those who love to learn about the history and traditional culture of the Capital. Source: Hanoi Sights and Monuments (compilation)
Hanoi
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Rating : National monument
Linh Ung Pagoda
Linh Ung Pagoda (Kham Thien) Linh Ung Pagoda has the literal name Linh Ung Tu, located close to Kham Thien Street, number 290, Tho Quan Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi. (Before merger) Linh Ung Pagoda was built in the 19th century and continued to be renovated in the early years of the 20th century; was majorly restored in 1951, adding Tam Bao with the current overlapping roof style. The pagoda was seriously damaged in the B.52 bomb attack on December 26, 1972. At the end of 1973, the pagoda was greatly renovated. Recently, in 1990, association owners and Buddhists again made merits to repair the pagoda, repair the Buddha hall, and pave the floor of the Mau hall and the Patriarch's house. The pagoda has a complete system of Buddha statues, especially two round statues dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries and many other valuable statues such as Amitabha, Amitabha Tam Ton, and Cuu Long. Linh Ung Pagoda also worships Hung Dao King Tran Quoc Tuan. Statue of Saint Tran sitting on a dragon throne, wearing a royal hat, wearing a dragon robe, the throne touches the dragon's head, lacquered and gilded, carefully polished in the style of 19th century art. In the Mother Temple, the Ancestor's house has statues of the Three Holy Mothers, Hoang Bay, Hoang Muoi, Co statue, Cau statue... The pagoda has many horizontal panels, parallel sentences, and beautiful gilded vermilion doors. Linh Ung Pagoda was ranked a historical architectural and artistic relic by the Ministry of Culture and Information in 1993. According to Hanoi Landscapes and Monuments
Hanoi
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Rating : National monument