Citadel of the Ho Dynasty
(VOV) - The Ho Dynasty citadel was built in the 14th century in accordance with the principles of feng shui and stands testament to the spread of neo-Confucianism throughout Vietnam and other parts of East Asia.
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According to these principles, it was situated in a landscape of great scenic beauty on an axis joining the Tuong Son and Don Son mountains on a plain between the Ma and Buoi rivers. |
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The stones of the citadel weighing up to a ton each are laid together without adhesives. |
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According to historical documents, in 1397 the country was in danger of the Minh invading from the north. Ho Quy Ly selected this location due to its defensive strategic location. |
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| The northern gate of the citadel shows little wear and tear after 600 years. |
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| The western gate of the citadel looks as magnificent as the day it was erected. |
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| The lost headed dragon was placed in the centre of the current castle. |
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Through more than 600 years history and weather, the wall system has remained relatively intact, though it took only about three months to construct. |
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The citadel was recognized June 27, 2011, as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO. |
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This is where annual ceremonies were conducted by the people of the Ho Dynasty to pray for a peace, good weather and prosperity. |
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| The Ho citadel is located in an area between the Ma and Buoi rivers. |
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| This house was built in 1810, and recognized by UNESCO as one of 10 most traditional houses of Vietnam. |
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This stone commemorates the memory of the wife of the person who built the east wall of the citadel. |