The Temple of Literature


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January 2nd 2008
Published: March 4th 2008
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One of the must-see places when you visit Hanoi is "Văn Miếu" (the Temple of Literature) - "Quốc Tử Giám" (the first National University of Vietnam) which is over 1,000 years old. It's a representative of Confucian ways of thought and behavior, as well as a historical and cultural relic. In 1070, King Lý Thánh Tông erected several important monuments, including Văn Miếu (the Temple ... Read Full Entry



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Water puppetsWater puppets
Water puppets

Some Vietnamese water puppets are sold at the Temple of Literature as souvenirs.
Smiling tortoiseSmiling tortoise
Smiling tortoise

Next to me is a stone tortoise who is raising his head and smiling.
Musical instrumentMusical instrument
Musical instrument

This special instrument "Dan t'rung" is from the central highlands of Vietnam.
Khuê Văn Các Khuê Văn Các
Khuê Văn Các

Khuê Văn Các (pavillion built in 1802) in the old days. - Photo from vnexpress.net (2/10/2010)



3rd February 2010

beautiful outfit
That's a really lovely outfit Hong Ha! It fits pretty well with the Temple of Literature too. i love that place; it's so peaceful.
4th October 2011
Khuê Văn Các

I like very Khue Van Cac

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