List of relic sites (1431)
Keo Quang Cave
Keo Quang Cave is a national historical relic, associated with the activities of leader Nguyen Ai Quoc and the revolutionary movement in Cao Bang during the years preparing for the August Revolution. At the end of April 1942, after arriving in Gia Bang, Nguyen Ai Quoc opened a cadre training class at Keo Quang cave, now in Minh Tam commune, Cao Bang province. People named the cave Lenin cave. Here, revolutionary cadres learned about history, the struggle experience of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union and the basic principles of Marxism-Leninism. Although learning conditions are still difficult, students still actively study, practice and are imparted with valuable revolutionary experiences and ideas. The training class contributes to improving the political bravery and fighting spirit of local officials, creating an important foundation for the revolutionary movement in Cao Bang and the fight for national independence. With special historical values, Keo Quang Cave is ranked as a national historical and cultural relic, becoming a meaningful educational address for revolutionary traditions of Cao Bang. Source: Vietnam Historical and Cultural Relics information page
Cao Bang
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Rating : National monument
Bat Cave
Bat Cave is an outstanding scenic spot in Cao Bang province, known for its majestic, magical beauty and still retaining its natural wildness. The cave is located in the heart of a limestone mountain, nearly 1,000 meters deep, consisting of 3 chambers and 2 floors, with a stalactite system built over time creating many unique shapes. In the first compartment, visitors can see clear blue underground water and colorful stalactites. The second compartment stands out with stalactites shaped like terraced fields, called "fairy fields" by locals, along with silver waterfall-like stalactites and calm water flows. The third compartment is the central area, with a large space with vividly shaped rocks and stalactites. In particular, the second floor impresses with its stone "terraces" and shiny golden stalactites. With pristine landscape and unique geological formations, Bat Cave is an attractive destination for those who love to explore nature and the amazing beauty of Cao Bang. Source: Cao Bang Newspaper
Cao Bang
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Rating : National monument
Thien Hau Palace
Thien Hau Palace, also known as Ba Thien Hau Pagoda, located in Bac Lieu ward, Ca Mau province, is a typical religious building, bearing the cultural imprint of the Chinese community in Bac Lieu and Ca Mau. The pagoda was built by Cantonese Chinese people to worship Thien Hau Thanh Mau, the sea goddess revered by seafarers and fishermen, with the wish that she would bless them with peace, smooth sailing, and favorable business. Thien Hau Palace was built spaciously in 1901, following traditional Chinese architecture. Many worship statues, stone pillars, decorations and patterns were crafted in China and then brought to Vietnam. After two renovations in 1970 and 2000, the monument still retains its ancient appearance and typical Chinese architectural features. Not only has architectural and artistic value, Thien Hau Palace also preserves many valuable artifacts and worship objects, notably the exquisitely carved set of "five things", belonging to a group of rare antiques at worship facilities in Vietnam. The grounds behind the pagoda also impress with ancient trees, with interwoven root systems creating a unique shape. Every year, traditional festivals take place here such as the Ky Yen ceremony on the nights of the 15th, 16th, and 17th of the twelfth lunar month and the worshiping ceremony of Ba Thien Hau on the 23rd of the third lunar month, attracting a large number of people and tourists to worship. Source: Ca Mau province relics
Ca Mau
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Rating : National monument
Battle of Giong Bom in 1946
Giong Bom Battle in 1946 - Tragic mark of the Southern resistance war The 1946 Battle of Giong Bom relic is located in the Ngoc Minh Holy See area, Phong Thanh commune, Ca Mau province. After the August Revolution in 1945, responding to the call for Southern resistance, the Cao Dai Minh Chon Dao force organized by Mr. Cao Trieu Phat chose Ngoc Minh Holy See as a base, gathering forces against the French colonialists. On April 6, 1946, the French army began to probe and was ambushed by Giong Bom's forces. In the following days, the enemy continuously used aircraft and infantry to attack. The climax was on April 13, 1946, about 100 French soldiers launched a raid on Giong Bom. With rudimentary weapons but resilient fighting spirit, Giong Bom's forces caused much damage to the enemy. However, due to the large gap in forces and weapons, 137 Giong Bom soldiers heroically sacrificed their lives, and many works at Ngoc Minh Holy See were destroyed. The Battle of Giong Bom was one of the major battles in the Southwest during the early days of the resistance war against the French, demonstrating the patriotism and will to protect the homeland of the Cao Dai Minh Chon Dao people. Every year, the death anniversary of the soldiers who died in the Giong Bom battle is held, becoming an occasion to commemorate and educate patriotic traditions for today's generations. Source: Department of Cultural Heritage
Ca Mau
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Rating : National monument
Safety zone II Hiep Hoa
Safety zone II Hiep Hoa - A mark of revolutionary history Safety Zone II Hiep Hoa in Bac Ninh province, is a particularly important revolutionary relic complex, associated with the activities of the Party Central Committee and the Northern Party Committee in the years preparing for the August Revolution in 1945. The relic includes 8 typical places such as Mr. Ngo Van Thau's house, Mr. Ngo Van Che's house, Mr. Ngo Van Dong's house, Soi Den, Van Xuyen communal house, Cho Van communal house, Xuan Bieu communal house and Y Son pagoda. Since the early 1940s, this place was chosen as a safe area, a bridge between the Viet Bac base and the midlands and plains. Thanks to the people's protection, many revolutionary leaders have returned here to operate, organize meetings, provide political and military training and build forces. In particular, many military training classes took place at Soi Den; At Mr. Ngo Van Dong's house, from April 15 to 20, 1945, the Tonkin Revolutionary Military Conference was held under the chairmanship of comrade Truong Chinh, setting out important policies to prepare for the General Uprising. The communal houses of Xuan Bieu, Cho Van, and Van Xuyen also marked rallies, propaganda, uprisings, and the early seizure of power in 1945. With special historical values, ATK II Hiep Hoa was ranked a special national monument in 2020 by the Prime Minister. This place is a red address for educating patriotic traditions, reminding of a period of vibrant struggle of the nation. Source: Department of Cultural Heritage
Bac Ninh
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Rating : Special national monument
Phan Dinh Phung Church
Relics of the Temple of Former Doctor Phan Dinh Phung - Imprint of the hero Can Vuong. The relics of the Church of Former Doctor Phan Dinh Phung located in Dong Thai village, Tung Anh commune, Ha Tinh province, is a place to commemorate the typical leader of the Can Vuong movement at the end of the 19th century. The relic was ranked as a national historical relic in 2006. Phan Dinh Phung (1847–1895), from Dong Thai village, passed the Dinh Nguyen Doctor's degree and served as a mandarin under the Nguyen Dynasty. In 1885, in response to the Can Vuong Edict, he stood up to gather followers and lead the resistance movement against the French colonialists in the Ha Tinh region and the North Central provinces. For more than 10 years, he used Vu Quang as a base and stubbornly organized the resistance. He died on December 28, 1895, becoming one of the typical leaders of the Can Vuong movement. The church campus is about 3 hectares wide, including the entrance gate, adoration yard, lower palace, upper palace and two rows of left and right vu. The lower hall worships generals and insurgents who once stood side by side with Phan Dinh Phung. The upper palace is the main place of worship, made mainly of ironwood and jackfruit wood, still retaining many exquisite carved details. Inside there is a bronze statue of Phan Dinh Phung and worship objects such as a bronze crane, incense burner, a set of precious bowls and parallel sentences. About 3km from the church is Phan Dinh Phung's grave on Ne Son hill. The tomb was built of Thanh stone, in front there is a stele recording his life, career and contributions to the Can Vuong movement. Source: Ha Tinh Newspapers and Radio and Television
Ha Tinh
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Rating : National monument
Dr. Truong Quang Trach Church
Dr. Truong Quang Trach Church - Saves the academic tradition. Dr. Truong Quang Trach Church is a historical and cultural relic associated with a typical academic celebrity of Ha Tinh region. The relic is currently located in Ha Huy Tap ward, Ha Tinh province, where traces of the life, career and studious tradition of the Truong Quang family are preserved. Truong Quang Trach was born in 1640 into a Confucian family. At the age of 20, he passed his Bachelor's degree; In 1670, when he was 30 years old, he passed the Third Rank of Dong Doctorate, and was listed on stele number 45 at the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam. After passing the exam, he held many positions, including Imperial Supervisory Institution and Cao Bang Governor. During his time as a mandarin, he was famous for being honest and resolute, daring to fight against corruption and flattery, and always promoting taking care of the people and the country. He died in 1677, when he was only 37 years old. After his death, the king ordained him, the people set up a temple and annually held sacrifices to commemorate him. This tradition has been preserved by families and people for many generations. The church currently has a compact but dignified architecture, including the entrance gate, church and surrounding grounds. Inside are placed dragon thrones, tablets, worshiping objects, horizontal panels, and parallel Chinese characters, expressing respect for the talented and virtuous doctor. In particular, the couplet "To the ancestors, honor the virtues of the millennium - Filial piety, respect the sages for great glory" conveys the wish for a good tradition to be passed down forever to future generations. Source: Ha Tinh Museum Electronic Information Portal
Ha Tinh
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Rating : Provincial level relics
White Bridge Relics
White Bridge Relics - historical evidence in the heart of Son La. The White Bridge relic is located in To Hieu ward, Son La province, across Nam La stream, on route 41, now National Highway 6. With an important location, the bridge once played the role of connecting traffic and providing support for the Northwest battlefield. During the Northwest Campaign in 1952 and the Dien Bien Phu Campaign in 1954, the French colonialists repeatedly bombed the bridge to prevent the transport and support of our army and people to the Dien Bien Phu battlefield. In 1963, Son La Traffic Department rebuilt the White Bridge in the style of an arch bridge, about 45m long, 7m wide, with railings on both sides. During the resistance war against the US, White Bridge continued to become the target of fierce attacks. US aircraft carried out 34 raids, dropping 874 bombs and hundreds of rockets, completely destroying bridges, bridge abutments and paths. After the war, the White Bridge was repaired and rebuilt many times to serve traffic and people's lives. Although its appearance has changed a lot, this place is still a testament to the years of arduous war and the resilient spirit of Son La's army and people in the cause of protecting the strategic traffic route. Source: According to Son La Geography
Son La
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Rating : Provincial level relics
Black Y Tower Pagoda
Hac Y Tower Pagoda is a typical historical and cultural relic located in Tan Linh commune, Lao Cai province, associated with the Hac Y relic complex and historical and religious vestiges dating back to the Ly - Tran dynasties. The most prominent highlight at the relic site is the Black Y Tower, a work in the architectural style of the Tran Dynasty with a unique curved roof, tower base and floors decorated with patterns of lotus flowers, water waves, papaya leaves, phoenixes, chrysanthemums... The motifs are crafted on sophisticated terracotta, demonstrating the artistic level and cultural interference of the ancients. The Hac Y area still preserves many vestiges such as Ben Lan communal house, Than Ao Den mountain and Dai Cai temple. Among them, Dai Cai Temple is located on the Chay River, a religious space associated with folk legends about the black-clothed god who helped the Hung Kings fight against enemies. Legendary stories and archaeological traces have created a mysterious and sacred look for the whole area. Not only has architectural and religious value, Hac Y also preserves traces of military works, citadels and places associated with the activities of ancient residents. This is a valuable source of information that contributes to understanding the history of the Northwest region. Source: Buddhist News Newspaper
Lao Cai
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Rating : National monument
Chieng Khoi Lake
Chieng Khoi Lake - beauty among the Northwest mountains and forests. The lake has an area of about 40 hectares, located in the middle of a valley surrounded by mountains and green hills. The lake surface is clear and peaceful all year round, winding between mountains and forests, creating a poetic and peaceful space. Especially during the ban flower season, the white color covering the mountain slopes makes the scenery here even more attractive. According to Thai legend, in the past, Chieng Khoi was a dry land lacking water. The Khoi boy, with extraordinary health, moved mountains and released water from many directions here, creating a lake to help people have water for daily life and production. That story contributes to creating the legendary color of the landscape. Besides its landscape value, Chieng Khoi Lake also has a rich ecosystem with mountain forests, birds, fish and many types of forest trees. The lake space is fresh and quiet, suitable for sightseeing, resting and exploring nature. Coming to Ho Chieng Khoi, visitors also have the opportunity to learn about the traditional culture of the Thai people with Xoe dances, flute sounds, brocade weaving, pieu scarf embroidery and many unique ethnic dishes. The harmony between the blue lake surface, rolling mountains and forests and Thai cultural identity has created a unique appeal for Chieng Khoi Lake. Source: Vietnam Historical and Cultural Relics information page
Son La
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Rating : National monument
Dong Son archaeological site
Dong Son archaeological site - a place where the quintessence of ancient Vietnamese culture is deposited. Located on the Ma River, in Ham Rong ward, Thanh Hoa province, Dong Son archaeological site is one of the most important sites of Dong Son culture, dating back more than 2,000 years ago. The site was discovered in 1924 when people accidentally found bronze artifacts on the banks of the Ma River. Through many surveys and excavations, a series of precious artifacts have been discovered such as production tools, weapons, ceramics, jewelry and especially bronze drums. These artifacts show that Dong Son residents have achieved high levels of metallurgy, agricultural production, handicrafts and spiritual life. In particular, Dong Son bronze drums are considered one of the typical symbols of ancient Vietnamese civilization, demonstrating sophisticated bronze casting techniques and the religious and festive life of ancient residents. Not only has archaeological value, Dong Son relics also contribute to clarifying the formation and development process of ancient Vietnamese culture in the Ma River basin, while affirming the position of Dong Son culture in the history of Southeast Asia. According to: Thanh Hoa Newspaper and Radio and Television
Thanh Hoa
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Rating : National monument
Thien Long Uyen
Thien Long Uyen - mysterious vestiges next to Silver Stone River. Located in Duc Son area, Hoang Que ward, Quang Ninh province, Thien Long Uyen is a land with many unique historical and cultural vestiges, associated with the space of Bach Dang victory in 1288. Under the Tran dynasty, this place was called Thien Lieu mountain, belonging to Ma Lieu site. Highlights are the ancient ghost steles carved directly on the cliffs, typically the Tam Bao Dia stele dated 1348 and the Thien Long Uyen stele. These documents contribute to reflecting the history and religious life of the land many centuries ago. Thien Long Uyen also owns a system of limestone mountains, caves and high points with wide views of Da Bac and Bach Dang rivers. Through archaeological surveys, researchers have discovered many wooden stakes, ceramic fragments and ancient traces along the river, opening up new research directions on the history of human residence and activities here. In particular, the location and topography of Thien Long Uyen has raised the hypothesis about the role of this area in the Bach Dang battle in 1288. Although further research is still needed, the existing vestiges have created a unique appeal for the land. Currently, the relic is being documented by Quang Ninh province to be directly integrated into the Bach Dang Special National Monument Complex. According to: Quang Ninh newspapers, radio and television
Quang Ninh
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Rating : Provincial level relics
Pe Rang Ky Cave
Pe Rang Ky Cave - a gem in the middle of the Tua Chua plateau. Located at the foot of Pin Pang mountain, in Pe Rang Ky village, Huoi So commune, Dien Bien province, Pe Rang Ky cave is a typical landscape amidst the majestic limestone mountains of the Tua Chua highland. In front of the cave is a lush natural forest, creating a wild and attractive landscape. The cave goes deep into the mountain about 800m, including three chambers with a system of stalactites, stalagmites, stone columns and stone bells with unique shapes. The first compartment stands out with large stone columns and winding stalactite bands. Moving to the second compartment, the space is larger, the stalactites shaped like mushrooms, pine trees, corals, Buddha statues or natural chandeliers create a shimmering, magical look. The third chamber impresses with its towering stone columns, amazing stalactite forest and a small clear lake in the middle of the cave. Not only attractive by its geological beauty, Pe Rang Ky is also located in the unique ecological space of the Da River lakebed, giving visitors an experience combining cave exploration and the Northwest mountain and forest landscape. With outstanding geological, landscape and ecological values, Pe Rang Ky cave is ranked a national scenic relic by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. This is considered a "natural art museum", where visitors can admire magical sculptures created over millions of years. Source: Vietnam National Tourism Administration
Dien Bien
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Rating : National monument
Tham Khen Cave
Tham Khen Cave - a wonder in the heart of Dien Bien limestone mountain. Located at an altitude of about 800m above sea level, Tham Khen Cave in Na village, Muong Dun commune, Dien Bien province, is an outstanding landscape with an interesting cave system in the middle of limestone mountains. In Thai, "Tham" means cave, "Khen" is the name of a bitter, sweet vegetable that grows in abundance at the entrance of caves. Tham Khen complex consists of two caves located not far from each other. The first cave is about 160m long, divided into three compartments, featuring stone columns, stalagmites and a system of stalactites in the shapes of elephants, dragons, phoenixes, turtles and many species of birds. In particular, in the last compartment there is a natural "skylight", bringing light down from the top of the mountain, creating a shimmering, magical space. The second cave is about 280m deep, including two chambers with many small niches. The stalactites here create images like silk strips, rivers, streams, ponds, terraced fields and successive layers of rocks. Some cliffs also emit different sounds when knocked on, creating a unique feature of the cave. Not only has landscape value, Tham Khen is also a limestone mountain and cave ecosystem with potential to serve scientific research, nature conservation and tourism development. With outstanding values, Tham Khen Cave is ranked as a national scenic spot by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Source: Department of Cultural Heritage
Dien Bien
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Rating : National monument
King Ba Temple
King Ba Temple, also known as Vinh Bao Dai Temple, is located next to Lang Pagoda, in a cool green space with many ancient trees such as Muom, Dai and pine. The temple has a traditional architecture consisting of three compartments, facing south, inside is a harem where a throne is placed to worship the nursemaid of King Ly Than Tong in his childhood. Therefore, local people have long known this place as King Ba Temple. According to folk beliefs, after her death on December 3, the royal court granted her the title "Tu Phuc Hoa, Ly Mau Cung Than". In addition to the main worshiped figures, the temple also worships the Three Holy Mother Goddesses, Thap Nhi Son Trang and a number of figures and altars according to folk beliefs. King Ba Temple has a close connection with the cultural space and festival of Lang Pagoda. Every year, on the 7th day of the third lunar month, when the Thanh Lang palanquin passes by, the procession stops to hold a worshiping ceremony. On the first and full moon days, people and tourists coming to Lang pagoda often visit King Ba temple as a ceremony site, contributing to preserving the traditional religious beauty of Lang land. With its historical, religious value and connection to traditional festivals, King Ba Temple is a destination that contributes to enriching the cultural relic system of the Lang area, Hanoi. Source: Hanoi People Magazine
Hanoi
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Rating : National monument
Thanh Sam Mun
Sam Mun citadel, also known as Tam Van citadel, is located in Pom Lot village, Thanh An commune, Dien Bien province. This is a historical relic associated with the formation process and historical fluctuations of the Muong Thanh region. According to historical documents and local legends, the citadel was built many centuries ago, used to be an important base of the Lu lords and then became a place of dispute and struggle for many forces in the Northwest region. In particular, in the mid-18th century, Sam Mun citadel was the base of Pha Chau Tin Toong forces. In 1754, Hoang Cong Chat's insurgent army coordinated with Thai leaders to surround and capture the citadel. After the victory, Hoang Cong Chat chose Muong Thanh as his base, gradually building up his forces and expanding his area of operation. Today, the remaining vestiges of Sam Mun citadel are mainly a section of the citadel wall about 3km long in the Pom Lot hill area, at the same location as Pu Chom Chanh - which was once used as an observation point overlooking the Muong Thanh valley. With outstanding historical and cultural values, Sam Mun citadel was ranked a national historical relic by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2009. The relic is an important vestige that contributes to understanding the history of the Muong Thanh region and the fighting traditions of the Northwest ethnic communities. Source: Wikipedia
Dien Bien
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Rating : National monument
Dinh Tuong Phieu
Dinh Tuong Phieu, also known as Dinh Ca, is located in Tich Giang commune, Hanoi city. This is a long-standing religious building, worshiping four tutelary gods, including three saints Tan Vien and Quan Son tutelary god. The communal house was built in the southwest direction, towards Ba Vi mountain - a place associated with the legend and belief of worshiping Saint Tan. The building has a "Nhat" shaped architecture, consisting of three compartments and two wings, outstanding with a curved roof system, soft knife heads and many delicate carvings. The themes of dragons, phoenixes, unicorns, deer, water clouds and flowers are vividly expressed, bearing the mark of the art of the Le Trung period and later renovation periods. The communal house still preserves many precious relics such as procession palanquins, altar thrones, ordinations, ancient incense bowls and worship objects dating from the 17th century to the early 20th century. Every year, the communal house festival is held on the full moon day of the first lunar month, an opportunity for people to commemorate the merits of the Tutelary Gods and preserve traditional cultural values. With outstanding values in history, architecture and art, in 2018, Tuong Phieu communal house was ranked a special national monument by the Prime Minister. Source: Department of Cultural Heritage
Hanoi
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Rating : Special national monument
Ngoc Trao war zone
Ngoc Trao War Zone is located in Ngoc Trao commune, Thanh Hoa province, and is one of the typical red addresses associated with the revolutionary movement in Thanh Hoa. In early June 1941, the Thanh Hoa Provincial Party Committee selected the Ngoc Trao area to build a war zone. On September 19, 1941, at Hang Treo, the first 21 guerrilla soldiers took an oath to fight and sacrifice for the cause of national liberation. From here, the Ngoc Trao Guerrilla Team quickly developed, attracting patriotic youth from many localities, becoming an important revolutionary armed force of Thanh Hoa. At dawn on October 19, 1941, the French colonialists organized an attack on the war zone. The guerrilla soldiers fought heroically, engaged in hand-to-hand combat and proactively retreated to preserve their forces. Although it existed for a short time, Ngoc Trao War Zone contributed to laying the foundation for the armed struggle movement, leaving many valuable experiences for the revolution before the August General Uprising in 1945. Today, Ngoc Trao War Zone Relics is an educational address for revolutionary traditions, helping today's generation better understand the patriotism, strong will and sacrifices of revolutionary soldiers during difficult years. Source: People's Army Newspaper
Thanh Hoa
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Rating : National monument








































































