At the seminar, Professor Le made a presentation on the recent archaeological discoveries to introduce the history and the development of Thang Long Royal Citadel through different periods, as well as special characteristics in terms of architecture and decoration of the Citadel.

Pascal Bourdeaux, Associate Professor from EPHE University of Sorbonne stressed the importance of the event and Professor Le’s major conclusions on the process of long-term archaeological research. The event also helped French researchers learn more about Vietnam’s historical capital city.

During the working visit to France, Professor Le will deliver another presentation on the situation of rural areas and the history of Vietnam through different periods at the Academy of the Institute of France.

In July, Professor Le was elected as a foreign correspondent member of the Academy of Inscriptions and Humanities.