Vietnam War Memorial

Across from the Ba Dinh Square from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Building and in between Ho Chi Minh complex and Thang Long ancient city is Vietnam War Memorial.

Location & History

Established in 1993, the Memorial honors the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to uphold national independence and freedom. The main monument is set in a thoughtfully arranged landscape of trees, lawns, and ponds, reflecting the traditional architectural style of Vietnam.

Photo by @Tran Hung Anh

Architecture

The design of the memorial harmonizes with the land, sky, air, and water, serving as a lasting reminder of these heroes in the collective memory of the Vietnamese people. During significant events, such as state visits by foreign dignitaries, high-ranking government officials commonly pay their respects at the memorial by laying flowers or lighting incense.

Useful Information

  • Location: Dai Tuong Niem Hanoi
  • Best for: Family, couple, solo
  • Entrance: Free
  • Hours: All hours
  • Distance to city center: 1.0km (0.6 mi)

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Bill Taylor

What was the woman architect from Vietnam that designed the War Memorial in Hanoi, honoring the man and women who lost their lives in the Second or American War? My partner Carol Jonson consulted with her and we wish to contact her

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