On the Trail of the Imperial Dynasties of Vietnam


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January 27th 2006
Published: February 25th 2006
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On the Trail of the Imperial Dynasties of Vietnam My introduction to Vietnam's past really began in Hanoi as I visited all the great museums they have there. They were so well done and interesting. Also, not all of the statues and memorials are of Ho Chi Minh but also of past rulers of the great dynasties of Vietnam. Biking South on Highway One takes you close to all of the great citadels, Imp... Read Full Entry



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Entrance to Khai Dinh Tomb.
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A map of Tu Duc Tomb layout.
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Inside the Tomb of Khai Dinh.
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At the Hue Citadel. I am standing on the spot where Emperor Bao Dai announced his abdication took place in 1945.
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The wall of the Hue Citadel.
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The throne of Bao Dai and the Nguyen Emperors who ruled Vietnam from 1802 to 1945.
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This is a painting of the Hue Citadel depicting the court in session.



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