Yen Tu - Vinh Nghiem - Con Son - Kiep Bac complex: Recently recognized as Vietnam’s ninth World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, this is the country’s first interprovincial heritage site, spanning Quang Ninh, Bac Ninh, and Hai Phong.
For centuries, this area has served as a major pilgrimage center, harmoniously blending spiritual values, philosophical teachings, and sacred natural landscapes.
Central sector of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel - Hanoi: Constructed in the 11th century during the Ly Dynasty, the citadel marks the independence of Dai Viet.
It was the political and power hub of the nation for 13 centuries, reflecting the rich culture of Southeast Asia in the Red River Delta, a gateway between ancient China and the Champa Kingdom.
UNESCO designated it a World Cultural Heritage in 2010.
Hoi An ancient town: A quintessential Southeast Asian trading port from the 15th to 19th centuries, Hoi An’s architecture and street layout showcase a blend of native and foreign influences.
Religious and spiritual structures illustrate the town’s evolution, prosperity, and decline. UNESCO recognized Hoi An as a World Cultural Heritage in 1999.
Trang An scenic landscape complex: Located south of the Red River Delta, this site features karst limestone peaks interspersed with valleys and steep cliffs.
Archaeological evidence suggests human habitation over 30,000 years ago.
The area includes temples, pagodas, rice fields, and historic relics from the Dinh, Le, Ly, and Tran dynasties.
In 2014, Trang An became Vietnam’s first mixed heritage site, honored for both cultural and natural significance.
Complex of Hue Monuments: As the imperial capital of a unified Vietnam in 1802, Hue served as the nation’s political, cultural, and religious center under the Nguyen Dynasty until 1945.
The Perfume River flows through the Forbidden City and the inner citadel, adding natural beauty to the site.
A rare blend of Buddhism and Confucianism created a unique spiritual and philosophical identity.
UNESCO recognized Hue as a World Cultural Heritage at the end of 1993.
Ho Dynasty Citadel: Located in Thanh Hoa Province, this is a rare large-scale stone fortress in Vietnam and the only one of its kind in Southeast Asia.
Despite being over 600 years old, parts of the citadel remain remarkably intact. UNESCO listed it as a World Cultural Heritage in 2011.
My Son Sanctuary: Situated in Duy Phu Commune near Da Nang, this valley site includes numerous Cham temple towers surrounded by mountains.
It was once a major Hindu religious center for the Champa Kingdom and remains Vietnam’s only heritage of this type.
UNESCO recognized My Son in 1999 as a modern example of cultural exchange and a singular remnant of a lost Asian civilization.
Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park: Featuring karst formations dating back 400 million years to the Paleozoic era, it holds the oldest karst landscape in Asia.
Spanning over 126,000 hectares, it shares a border with Laos’ Hin Namno Nature Reserve. Recognized as a natural World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2015 for its biodiversity and ecological importance.
Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago: Recognized as a World Heritage Site in 1994, this interprovincial site spans Quang Ninh Province and Hai Phong City.
With more than 1,600 islands and islets, it forms a breathtaking seascape and boasts a rich and diverse ecosystem.
Minh Nhat
Vietnamnet.vn
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