Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, 11th-century imperial fortress in Hanoi, Vietnam
The central sector of the Imperial Citadel spans 18 hectares and contains ancient gates, palace foundations, and military structures from multiple periods.
Emperor Ly Thai To initiated the construction of this political center in 1010, establishing it as the capital of Vietnam until the Nguyen dynasty moved to Hue.
The architectural layout of the citadel reflects traditional Vietnamese feng shui principles, with three concentric areas representing different levels of imperial authority.
The Imperial Citadel welcomes visitors from Tuesday through Sunday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages.
Building D67, constructed within the citadel grounds in 1967, served as a military command center during the Vietnam War and now functions as a museum.
Location: Hanoi
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 08:00-17:00
GPS coordinates: 21.03250,105.83972
Latest update: November 15, 2025 12:18
The architectural monuments of Vietnam include Confucian temples, Cham towers, and imperial citadels. The structures display Hindu and Eastern influences in their design. The sites extend from Hanoi through Hue to Ho Chi Minh City and represent different historical periods.
Vietnam contains remote temples, caves and natural areas. The landscape spans from rice terraces in Y Ty to Bai Dinh Temple. Visitors find natural caves like Son Doong and Hang En, historical sites like the Thang Long Citadel, and traditional villages in the Mekong Delta. The region presents Buddhist pagodas, sand beaches and waterfalls.
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