Hoa Lu temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties

Disappointed

There were a few interesting places to see. Our visit was however overshadowed by someone on the site with 4 giant speakers blaring thumping music suited to a nightclub, and using a tannoy to shout...

Vietnam’s First capital ruins and temples

Most of the former palaces are not there. There is an archeological display that shows some of the remains. There are three temples. One for the first king that has a dragon on its roof spine and one ...

Revitalised Area

Keep in mind this area was long forgotten and was revitalised for tourism. The majority of the area is just an open square, but the main two temples are in great condition and certainly worth visiting...

Rich History

Hoa Lu is a small complex filled with a rich history. Our tour guide taught us the history of this beautiful place. We loved learning about the Nghe - the Vietnamese Unicorn and seeing the dragon beds...

Historic enclave between mountains, rice fields and nature

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Great visit to put the colofon to our pass through Ninh Binh.Like all visits in the area, the enclave is a privilege surrounded by nature, vegetation, mountains, rice fields... E...