Temple Of Literature (Văn Miếu)

Temple Of Literature (Văn Miếu)
While visiting Hanoi, one of the places that should not be missed is the Temple of Literature. Located about 2km west of Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple is a rare example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture and incidentally, it is also featured on the back of the 100,000 Dong bank note.
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Founded in 1070 by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong, this inspirational temple is based on the teachings of Confucius and was the first Vietnamese university that has educated many great minds over a 700-year period.
Initially entrance was only granted to those of noble birth, but after 1442 a more egalitarian approach was adopted and gifted students from all over the nation headed to Hanoi to study the principles of Confucianism, literature and poetry.
The various pavilions, halls, statues and stellar of doctors are places where offering ceremonies, study sessions and the strict exams of the Dai Viet took place. Today, 82 of these pillars still stand.
Before entering the main gateway, take note of the curious plaque, which inscription requests that visitors dismount their horses before entering.
While inside, enjoy strolling among one of 5 beautiful and serene courtyards or the formal gardens of the Khue Van pavilion.
One area that may peek your interest is the large square pond located past the pavilion, which is called the Well of Heavenly Clarity. The name alone is most enticing.
On the northern side is a low-slung pagoda housing an extraordinary statue of a very majestic-looking Confucius, depicted with a goatee and wearing scarlet robes.
When visiting any temple, please remember to dress respectfully.
Advisory
_Address: 58 Quoc Tu Giam Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi _
Open daily, all year around
Location: 2km from Hanoi center, It normally take over an hour to visit it.
Entrance fee: Adult: 30,000VND ~ 1dollars. Children under 15 are free of charge.
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