Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

The architectural design rises through 127 stone steps on Chau Chu mountain, featuring a rectangular structure adorned with Vietnamese and European decorative elements.

Emperor Khai Dinh ordered construction of this tomb in 1920, which required 11 years to complete and increased national taxes by 30 percent for funding.

The interior walls display extensive glass and ceramic mosaics depicting dragons, while the main shrine contains a black stone statue of the emperor on his throne.

The mausoleum opens daily from 7:00 to 17:30, with entrance fees of 150,000 VND for adults and 30,000 VND for children under twelve years.

Materials for construction included steel and cement from France, ceramics from China, and colored glass from Japan, creating an unprecedented mix of Asian and European styles.

Location: Huế

Address: xã Thủy Bằng huyện Hương Thuỷ, Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế 530000

GPS coordinates: 16.39902,107.59036

Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:54