About Temple of Literature

Home to Vietnam's first national university, the Imperial Academy, the Temple of Literature is one of the oldest structures in the city, founded in 1070 by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong. Dedicated to Confucius, the Temple features Vietnam's ancient architecture styles, despite reconstructions and damages from war over the millennia. Based on the Qufu Temple of Confucius in Shandong Province, China, the Temple of Literature covers 54,000 square metres, housing Van Lake, Giam Park, 5 courtyards, and the Stelae of Doctors - 116 steles (monuments) shaped as turtles, one of Vietnam's four holy animals.

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By: Nolan Vance | Mon Sep 02, 2024

This tour was so well-organized, I didn’t have to worry about anything. The itinerary was well-paced, giving us enough time to enjoy each location. Ha Long Bay was definitely a highlight, and I appreciated how smoothly everything went ...thanks to the excellent management.
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By: Steven Nelson | Sun Jun 23, 2024

I had an amazing time on this tour!
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By: Anthony Adams | Thu Feb 01, 2024

If you want to explore Vietnam thoroughly, this tour is the way to go! I was amazed at how much we covered in just 12 days—from the vibrant cities to the peaceful countryside.