Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long, Hà Nội

Among the city's many famous attractions, the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long remains a must-see in Hà Nội. If you have ever admired the solemn, majestic beauty of the Imperial City of Huế, you will not want to miss the archaeological site of the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long in the capital. This vast architectural complex was built over several feudal dynasties of Việt Nam and is also one of the country's most important historical sites.

Through the upheavals of history, the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long was destroyed many times, then repaired and rebuilt on its old foundations. Most of the original structures no longer survive today. Even so, the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long area remains the country's seat of power and is also a popular attraction in Hà Nội.

The Central Sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long is located at 19C Hoàng Diệu, Điện Biên Ward, Ba Đình District, Hà Nội. The entire complex is bordered by four streets: Phan Đình Phùng Street to the north, Điện Biên Phủ Street to the south, Nguyễn Tri Phương Street to the east and Hoàng Diệu Street to the west, spanning Điện Biên and Quán Thánh wards in Ba Đình District, Hà Nội.

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