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IMPERIAL CITADEL OF THANG LONG - Coggle Diagram
IMPERIAL CITADEL OF THANG LONG
HISTORY
. In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh) to Dai La (former name of Hanoi) and renamed it Thang Long.
In the 21st century, the ruin foundations of Thang Long Imperial Citadel were systematically excavated.
The origin of the Citadel dates back to the 7th century,
In 2004, a number of artefacts and items between the 6th and 20th centuries were excavated, including foundations of old palaces, ancient roads, ponds and wells.
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ARCHITECTURE
Doan Mon (South Gate)
Doan Mon was built in the Le Dynasty and located to the south of the Citadel.
The gate is now decorated with lotus-shaped lanterns that are lit up at night, adding a mystical beauty to the Citadel.
Bac Mon (North Gate)
Bac Mon is located to the north of the Citadel.
Built with brick and arches of stone, the gate is now used as a place to worship the two former governors of Hanoi: Nguyen Tri Phuong and Hoang Dieu.
Kinh Thien Palace
Situated in the heart of the Citadel, Kinh Thien Palace is the central relic in the complex.
The palace’s foundation is 57 meters long, 41.5 meters wide, 2.3 meters high.
Hau Lau (Princess Pagoda)
Hau Lau (literally “the tower in the back”) was built of brick and consists of a basement and 3 floors above.
At the end of the 19th century, Hau Lau was severely damaged, after which the French rebuilt the monument as today.
Flag Tower (Ky Dai)
Built in 1812 under the Nguyen Dynasty, the Flag Tower survived over the French colonial era, when it was used as a military post.
Flag Tower is known as one of the most iconic symbols of Hanoi.
D67 House and tunnel
From 1954 to 1975, the Citadel, coded D67, was used as the headquarter of the Vietnamese People’s Army. A connecting tunnel allowed for emergency evacuation in case of an attack.
The objects and items used during the Vietnam War are on display, including soundproof doors, maps, telegraphs and the aircraft’s notice board.