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Major excavation planned in Ho Dynasty Citadel

The People’s Committee of central Thanh Hoa province has approved the excavation of its Ho Dynasty Citadel as part of an archaeological project costing over 90 billion VND (4.23 million USD).
The People’s Committee of central Thanh Hoa province has approved theexcavation of its Ho Dynasty Citadel as part of an archaeologicalproject costing over 90 billion VND (4.23 million USD).

Theventure, to run until 2020, aims at studying the cultural and physicalvestiges of the citadel, providing historical evidence for scientificand educational purposes as well as improving its tourist attraction.

The Ho Dynasty Citadel was Vietnam’s capital under the Ho Dynasty (1398-1407).

Located in Vinh Tien and Vinh Long communes in Vinh Loc district, thecitadel measures 870m by 883m and was built in 1397. It is the onlycitadel built entirely of stone in Vietnam and has remained relativelyintact through history.

Also known as Tay Do Citadel, theancient building is famous for being strategically located in a verysecure defensive location.

The citadel itself includesconstructions such as the Dan Nam Giao (a platform used for offerings tothe heavens), Dong Mon communal house and Tam Tong temple.

However,after several centuries, many of the citadel's main structures havebeen seriously damaged, while the wall and four main entrances are stillwell preserved.

It was recognised as a World Heritage Site bythe UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) inJune 2011.-VNA
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