Dien Tho Palace - The Grandest Palace of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945)
Dien Tho Palace - The Grandest Palace of the Nguyen Dynasty
Renowned for its rich historical significance, Dien Tho Palace stands as a prominent feature within the Complex of Hue Monuments, exemplifying the remarkable preservation of its unique architectural design. The site offers visitors a vivid glimpse into imperial life during Vietnam’s feudal era.
A panoramic view of Dien Tho Palace from above. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA)
Dien Tho Palace has ancient arches that have been preserved in almost their original form. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA)
The main gate of Dien Tho Palace. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA)
Well-preserved items from daily life in the harem on display. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA)
Truong Du Pavilion, located in the east of Dien Tho Palace, features the traditional architectural style of Hue’s communal houses. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA)
The Thang Long – Hanoi Heritage Conservation Centre has coordinated with the Archaeology Institute to conduct excavations of the main area of Kinh Thien Palace this year on a total area of nearly 990 sq. m. Many architectural vestiges dating back to the Ly, Tran, and Le Dynasties have been uncovered, contributing to a clearer understanding of the structure and scope of the Kinh Thien main hall.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed a decision recognising 27 additional national treasures, and asked heads of relevant quarters to conduct preservation efforts under the law on cultural heritage.
White lotuses are at their beautiful best at Tinh Tam Lake, known as the Royal Palace Garden of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last feudal dynasty in Vietnam.
Bach Dinh (White Palace) was built from 1898 to 1902 by the French, to serve as a resort palace for the Governor-General of Indochina. It was then used by King Bao Dai and South Vietnamese leaders. Nowadays, Bach Dinh is a popular tourist destination in the sourthern province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau.
The restoration of Kien Trung Palace which housed the last Vietnamese emperor in the Hue Imperial Citadel will be finished by the end of this year. The work began in February 2019 and has entered the final phase. It will help preserve and uphold the UNESCO-recognised Complex of Hue Monuments in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue.
Visitors to Hue imperial citadel may be surprised by the splendid, magnificent exterior of Kien Trung Palace, which is being restored by talented porcelain workers in the former imperial capital. The art of porcelain decoration is considered a brilliant “cloak”, breathing life into the unique palace and its Indochinese architectural style.
A panoramic view of Dien Tho Palace from above. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA) 
Dien Tho Palace has ancient arches that have been preserved in almost their original form. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA) 
The main gate of Dien Tho Palace. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA) 
Well-preserved items from daily life in the harem on display. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA) 
Truong Du Pavilion, located in the east of Dien Tho Palace, features the traditional architectural style of Hue’s communal houses. (Photo: Vietnam Pictorial/VNA) 
