Where to go in Hanoi: Temple of Literature

📍Detailed Address: Confucius Temple 🌟Highlights: 📅【Millennium Historical Site of Hanoi Temple of Literature】 Built in 1070 AD👑, bestowed by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong of the Ly Dynasty, located in the heart of Thang Long Citadel, dedicated to honoring Confucius and Confucian sages.🌟 In 1076, Emperor Ly Nhan Tong added more splendor by constructing the Imperial Academy📚, initially exclusive to the royal family. By 1223, during the Tran Dynasty, the National Academy became renowned, opening its doors to the public. 👍Highly Recommended: 🌍【The Beauty of Similarities and Differences between Chinese and Vietnamese Temples of Literature】 Hanoi Temple of Literature, facing north and looking south, replicates the charm of the Confucius Temple in Qufu, Shandong. Lingxing Gate, Khue Van Pavilion, Pan Pond... all exude classical elegance.🏮 On both sides of the main gate, Chinese couplets shine brightly: "Our teachings lead the world, respected by all; This temple is the first in the land, its fame eternal."📜 Entering the Great Middle Gate, beside the Khue Van Pavilion, the Sky Well is clear as a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds.🌊 On both sides of the Doctor's Stelae Pavilion, stone turtles carry steles, with 82 steles inscribed with the names of 1,306 doctors, a testament to their timeless glory.🏆 In the Great Hall, the Kangxi Emperor's calligraphy "Master of All Ages" hangs high, with the solemn statue of Confucius, accompanied by Yan Hui, Zengzi, and other sages, incense smoke curling, the legacy enduring.🙏 🎶Melodious music, the small hall of ancient music and the library with thousands of volumes, where Chinese and Vietnamese ancient books shine together, cultural treasures glittering.📚 What's special? Behind the Great Hall, a special hall is dedicated to the great Vietnamese Confucian scholar Chu Van An, whose contributions rival those of Zhu Xi in China, the Confucian spirit enduring.👨‍🏫 🎉【Millennium Cultural Legacy, Still Vibrant】 Today, the Hanoi Temple of Literature is not only a popular tourist destination but also a hall of cultural celebrations. Honoring students, poetry gatherings... the flame of culture burns eternally.🔥 Before exams, students lightly touch the bronze cranes and stone turtles, praying for success in the imperial examinations, a traditional custom that warms the heart.🎓