Nghênh Lương đình, Royal pavilion near Perfume River in Thuận Hòa, Vietnam.
Nghênh Lương đình is a royal pavilion near the Perfume River in Thuận Hòa featuring a central room with four wings and a roof of golden glazed tiles. The structure rises on an elevated platform with stairs descending to a waterside walkway.
Construction began in 1852 under Emperor Tự Đức and the building underwent restoration work in 1903 and 1918 under later rulers. These maintenance efforts preserved it through changing times.
The name means 'Welcoming Coolness,' a place where rulers would stop to rest before boarding royal boats or escape the riverside heat.
The building sits on an elevated platform reached by thirteen steps, offering good views of the river from above. Expect stairs and wear comfortable shoes for easy navigation around the site.
The pavilion appears on Vietnamese currency notes as a symbol of national architectural heritage, though visitors often miss this connection. This recognition reflects its importance as a cultural landmark beyond its original royal function.
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