Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

The mausoleum was built for Khải Định, the twelfth Emperor of the Nguyễn dynasty. It was built from 1920 to 1931 taking 11 years to complete. The tomb is a blend of Western and Eastern architecture. It is located on a steep hill outside of the capital city of Huế.

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Attractions Near Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

Hon Chen

Hon Chen

3.87km from Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

Hon Chen Temple located on Ngoc Tran Mountain, Thua Thien Hue Province, is one of the most reputable relics attracting tourists to experience historical value here. Hon Chen Temple is not only a historical and religious monument but also a scenic spot with a unique cultural attraction.

Tomb Of Dong Khanh

Tomb Of Dong Khanh

4.14km from Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

Dong Khanh’s Tomb is located on the land of Cu Si hamlet, now Thuong Hai village, Thuy Xuan commune, Hue City. The tomb area’s design was almost influenced by Western-style, from its architectural peculiarities or decorative models to the building materials. The complex includes an area displaying royal furniture and calligraphy.

Gia Long Tomb

Gia Long Tomb

4.2km from Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

Gia Long Tomb (also called Thien Tho Tomb) is the tomb of Emperor Gia Long (1762 – 1820) – the founder of the Nguyen Dynasty which was recognized as one of UNESCO World Heritages. The tomb is considered as a complex including many other tombs of the King’s relatives.

Nam Giao Esplanade

Nam Giao Esplanade

4.37km from Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

The Esplanade of Sacrifice to the Heaven and Earth (Nam Giao Esplanade) is an imperial altar situated south of the city of Huế, central Vietnam. It is dedicated to the heaven and earth. The complex was visited by the monarchs of the Nguyen dynasty for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven.

Mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc

Mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc

4.64km from Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

The Tu Duc Tomb is the final resting place of Emperor Tu Duc who reigned from 1848 until his death in 1883. The tomb site and its buildings are relatively well-preserved despite the ravages of war and time.

Mount Ngự Bình

Mount Ngự Bình

4.81km from Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh

Ngự Bình is a mountain in the Thua Thien Hue province of Vietnam. From the top of Ngu Binh Mount, people can view the city and river, the pine forests on the hills and large plains of Huong Thuy, Phu Vang, Huong Tra Districts with plants and trees.

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Thua Thien Hue

Thua Thien Hue

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This province is located in the North Central Coast region of Vietnam. It has 128 km of coastline, 22,000 ha of lagoons and over 200,000 ha of forest. There is an extensive complex of imperial tombs and temples in Huế.

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