MINH MANG TOMB - Hue
Getting There - Minh Mang Tomb is only about 12 km from the center of Hue city, you can move along Highway 49, go along the Perfume River, to Tuan Bridge and go a little further to get there. Currently, the location of the mausoleum has been updated accurately on Google Maps, so you can easily go here according to the directions on the map.
Attractions -
Dai Hong Mon is the main door of King Minh Mang's tomb, opening the way to go inside. The gate is built from lime brick, painted in a bright, dignified red color. Dai Hong Mon is divided into 3 entrances and 24 leaf roofs decorated with exquisite dragon carp and dragon veins. According to historical records, the large door in the center of Dai Hong Mon since its construction has only opened once to bring the coffin of King Minh Mang into the mausoleum. After that, even the emperors who came to offer incense here could only enter by two side gates on either side, Ta Hong Mon and Huu Hong Mon. Today, when you come to visit, you will also enter by these two side gates.
Lau Minh Lau easily impresses visitors thanks to its outstanding red color. To get to the floor, from Sung An Palace, you can go through one of three bridges: Ta Phu (on the left), Trung Dao (in the middle) or Huu Bat (on the right). Legend has it that Minh Lau is the place for walking and sightseeing of the Nguyen Dynasty kings in the past.
With a cool, fresh space and poetic landscape, Minh Lau floor has now become a very hot check-in place for tourists every time they visit Minh Mang Tomb.
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Wonderful visit and a must-see location in Hue. Very worth visiting. I was glad we had a guide, who explained the history to us. Very beautiful spot.
A masterpiece of architecture & art
My partner and I were absolutely blown away by the detail and beauty of the Tomb of Minh Mang! From the moment you enter, you're surrounded by intricate carvings, stunning statues, and exquisitely pa...
Where architecture meets the afterlife
The unique design, with its lakes, courtyards, and temples, almost felt like wandering through a hidden world. It's cool how all the elements have spiritual symbolism. The grand entrance with the stat...
Where history and grandeur meet
We were struck by the grand scale and unique design of the Tomb of Minh Mang. The layout, with its temples, pavilions, and courtyards, represents a beautiful blend of architecture and nature. The anci...
Interesting king and beautiful park
This mausoleum is set in a lovely park with water features and elegant buildings. It is a pleasant walk through beautiful gardens. You must engage a local guide dedicated to take you through this tour...