Temple of Literature

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Pho Van Mieu, Hanoi, Vietnam+84 4 942 1061 (VNAT
Description: The Temple of Literature in Hanoi, Vietnam is something the Vietnamese are very proud of. It was founded almost 1000 years ago as a Confucian temple, but in 1076 Vietnam's first university was founded here also. Obviou...Read More
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Temple of Tranquility
Temple of Tranquility

by Essexgirl09

London, England, United Kingdom

October 17, 2010

Best of IgoUgo The Temple of Literature in Hanoi, Vietnam is something the Vietnamese are very proud of. It was founded almost 1000 years ago as a Confucian temple, but in 1076 Vietnam's first university was founded here also. Obviously only the elite and ...Read more
Temple of Literature
Temple of Literature

by ShannonBrooke

Somerville, Massachusetts

October 22, 2003

The Temple of Literature is a place of peaceful repose in the middle of this hectic city. Most visitors will be relieved to find the Temple of Literature as a place to escape the endless rush of motorcycles for a few hours. The Temple of ...Read more
Temple of Literature

by Heather F

Heywood, Victoria, Australia

October 7, 2001

The Temple of Literature includes Vietnam's first University, built in 1076, to educate Mandarins. Not only is it a symbol of Confucianism but it was once the centre of academia. Eighty two-stone stelae placed on stone tortoise shells list the ...Read more

From journal Hanoi Highlights

The Temple of Literature
The Temple of Literature

by susanf

Minneapolis, Minnesota

October 25, 2000

The Temple of Literature was built in 1070. It was dedicated to educating the children of Vietnamese nobility and students from all over the country who were able to pass a highly competitive examination. You can still see the names of the top ...Read more

From journal Honeymoon in Hanoi