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Introduction to Ho Chi Minh Complex:
Time: 7:00 – 17:00 (Closed on Mon & Fri)
Address: No 01, Hung Vuong, Ba Dinh, Hanoi View from the Outside – Buy tickets and enter for a visit No 19 Ngoc Ha, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
Entrance fee: Free
The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, located in the heart of Hanoi, is a sacred symbol of the Vietnamese nation. Construction began in 1973 and was completed in 1975, making it not only the resting place of the great leader but also a site that attracts millions of visitors each year.
The architecture of the mausoleum is designed in a modern style, harmoniously incorporating traditional elements. Built from granite, it features a solid and imposing cubic shape, exuding a sense of solemnity and strength. In front of the mausoleum lies Ba Dinh Square, where many significant historical events have taken place.
Inside the mausoleum, President Ho Chi Minh’s body is carefully preserved in a glass coffin, allowing people to pay their respects. The mausoleum embodies national pride and remembrance for a leader who dedicated his life to the independence and freedom of the country.
Visiting the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, one can appreciate not only the grand architectural masterpiece but also the spirit and legacy that the leader left behind for the nation. It is truly an unmissable destination for anyone visiting Hanoi.
The flag-raising and flag-lowering ceremonies at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum are held solemnly every morning (6:00 am in summer, 6:30 am in winter) and evening (21:00). These national ceremonies serve to express respect for President Ho Chi Minh, creating a sacred and proud atmosphere for the Vietnamese people.
Nearby attractions:
- The One pillar pagoda
- The Temple of literature
- The Flag Tower Of Hanoi
- Tran Quoc Pagoda
- Quan Thanh Temple
- The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
