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Quang Tri Citadel
History
In 1837, during the reign of King Minh Mang, it was rebuilt in brick.
In the feudal era, Quang Tri citadel was a military fortress and also an administrative, political and economic center.
Quang Tri citadel was built in 1809 by order of King Gia Long. Initially, it was made of clay
Located
Quang Tri Citadel is situated in the central of Quang Tri Town, about 2km east of the national Highway 1A.
Characteristics
Quang Tri Citadel was a military bastion and also an administrative head office of Nguyen Dynasty in Quang Tri Province (1809 -1945).
Quang Tri Citadel was built in 1824, during the 4th year of the reign of Minh Mang. The citadel is approximately 60km north of Hue.
Architect
Entering the ancient citadel: is a green space, each grass displays many monuments praising the glorious sacrifice of many fallen heroes.
The center of Quang Tri ancient citadel: is the Monument of Martyrs and martyrs, which was simulated as a mass grave.
The citadel had a style of Vauban architecture with its circuit of 2,160m - one door each side. There were four fortresses jutting out from each four corners to control the four citadel gates.
Quang Tri Ancient Citadel Museum: This is a place to display artifacts of the war, “sacred” letters sent to the hometown by soldiers, in the middle of a gallery there is a black and white photo of the Citadel in 81 days and nights destroyed by bombs and bombs.
Bell Tower: Before leaving the ancient citadel of Quang Tri, do not forget to look up to the West to admire the quiet bell tower in the afternoon of Quang.
How to get there
By bus: From Hanoi to Quang Tri by road, take the open bus routes from Hanoi to Quang Tri or from Hanoi to Hue and stop at Quang Tri. The bus routes quality such as: Quang Luyen, Quang Tuu, Hoa Hong,...
By train: The transfer time by train from Hanoi station to Quang Tri station is 12 hours. Normally, each day there will be about 6 flights, leaving at the same time from 6am to 6.30pm. Ticket prices range from 370 - 850k/ ticket.
Buy motorbike: Quang Tri is about 600km from Hanoi, so there are many means of transportation for you to choose from such as bus, train, plane, even for young people who like to explore, they can still take the official bus. return this road.
By plane: Quang Tri does not have an airport, so you can depart from Noi Bai airport and drop off at Phu Bai airport in Hue, then continue to catch the bus to Quang Tri. Fares range from 2500-3000k / way, transfer time is 1h10 minutes.
Best time to visit
Quang Tri is affected by hot dry winds, so this season often appears drought, especially in June-July! Therefore, it is recommended to visit Quang Tri Citadel at this time of year.