Thang Long Imperial Citadel Decoding Night Tour – Hanoi
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Tour description
The Thang Long Imperial Citadel Decoding Night Tour – Hanoi offers you a captivating and mysterious experience in the heart of the capital. As the shimmering lights begin to glow, you will be taken on a journey to explore a unique cultural heritage site, where fascinating historical stories from thousands of years ago are preserved. An enthusiastic guide will accompany you, unveiling the secrets of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, once the center of power of feudal dynasties. Get ready for powerful emotions and unexpected discoveries as you pass through each historical trace, immersing yourself in the mysterious and tranquil atmosphere of the night. This trip will surely be not only a tour but also a journey that connects your soul with the nation’s rich cultural heritage.
Highlights of the tour that you should not miss:
- Experience the World Cultural Heritage site of Thang Long Imperial Citadel in a sparkling nighttime setting.
- Take photos with court ladies and guards in ancient costumes.
- Enjoy an art performance on a unique stage, right above thousand-year-old archaeological remains.
- Attend the incense-offering ceremony in memory of the former emperors at Kinh Thien Palace, the center of heaven and earth, the heart of the ancient Thang Long Citadel.
- Visit the archaeological site with traces of once-glorious palaces and thousand-year-old artifacts unearthed from the ground.
- Draw cool water yourself from the King’s Well, a source of water symbolizing abundant life, luck, and blessings.
- Join the Thang Long Imperial Citadel decoding game using a decoding card, featuring an impressive laser reveal and meaningful gifts.
- Feel truly relaxed as you sit and enjoy lotus tea and lotus jam under the canopy of an ancient Bodhi tree, a symbol of peace and good fortune.
Highlights of the tour that you should not miss:
- Experience the World Cultural Heritage site of Thang Long Imperial Citadel in a sparkling nighttime setting.
- Take photos with court ladies and guards in ancient costumes.
- Enjoy an art performance on a unique stage, right above thousand-year-old archaeological remains.
- Attend the incense-offering ceremony in memory of the former emperors at Kinh Thien Palace, the center of heaven and earth, the heart of the ancient Thang Long Citadel.
- Visit the archaeological site with traces of once-glorious palaces and thousand-year-old artifacts unearthed from the ground.
- Draw cool water yourself from the King’s Well, a source of water symbolizing abundant life, luck, and blessings.
- Join the Thang Long Imperial Citadel decoding game using a decoding card, featuring an impressive laser reveal and meaningful gifts.
- Feel truly relaxed as you sit and enjoy lotus tea and lotus jam under the canopy of an ancient Bodhi tree, a symbol of peace and good fortune.
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Detailed itinerary
NIGHT EXPLORATION OF THANG LONG IMPERIAL CITADEL (MEALS: NONE)
Tour departure time: 19:00 every Friday and Saturday. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at the gate of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, 19C Hoang Dieu.
– Check-in and take photos at Doan Mon Gate: Doan Mon is one of the main gates leading into the Forbidden City. Based on the building materials and surviving architectural style of the relic, it can be confirmed that the current Doan Mon was built during the Le Dynasty and renovated during the Nguyen Dynasty.
– Watch art performances on the archaeological glass floor at Doan Mon: Upon entering the Doan Mon relic, you will have the opportunity to admire talented performers recreating the King's Royal Audience Ceremony and the "Thang Long Imperial Court" dance.
– Visit the artifact exhibition gallery:
- Thang Long – Hanoi Exhibition: Showcases the distinctive imprints of each historical period, intertwined and overlapping one another. It exhibits 215 antiquities including dragon and phoenix statues, carved bricks, daily utensils, and objects used in the ancient royal palace, etc.
- Thang Long Imperial Palace Treasures Exhibition: Showcased to visitors for the first time with 29 typical artifacts excavated at Thang Long Imperial Citadel from 2002 to the present. The exhibition consists of 3 spaces: Ly – Tran Dynasties artifacts, Early Le, Mac, and Restored Le Dynasties artifacts, and an outdoor space highlighting newly introduced artifacts such as Tran Dynasty terracotta basins and Early Le green-glazed architectural models.
- Dynasties Exhibition: Here, spaces are also divided according to prominent dynasties: Ly, Tran, Le, and Restored Le. This not only helps visitors learn about the genealogies of the reigning monarchs, but also displays typical artifacts and symbols of each era.
- Imperial Dragon Exhibition: Introduces the image of the Vietnamese dragon throughout historical periods, including its characteristics, figurative art, architectural ornamentation, utensils, etc.
- Archaeological Exhibition: Located at 18 Hoang Dieu, adjacent to the archaeological excavation site, this gallery introduces archaeological relics unearthed at Thang Long Imperial Citadel, such as dragon head sculptures, bodhi leaf motifs, etc.
– Offer incense in memory of the ancient emperors at Kinh Thien Palace: This is the central relic within the overall complex of the Central Sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – Hanoi. Kinh Thien Palace was the most important palace, where the royal court held its most solemn ceremonies, received foreign envoys, and held imperial audiences to discuss major national affairs.
– Visit the archaeological vestiges at 18 Hoang Dieu: In these areas, numerous types of architectural vestiges and relics have been discovered, overlapping and spanning over 1,300 years, beginning from the Dai La period (7th – 9th centuries), through the Dinh – Early Le dynasties (10th century), Ly Dynasty (1009 – 1225), Tran Dynasty (1226 – 1400), Ho Dynasty (1400 – 1407), Early Le Dynasty (1428 – 1527), Mac Dynasty (1527 – 1592), Restored Le Dynasty (1592 – 1789), and Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945).
– Experience royal well water: One of the prominent highlights here is the ancient well from the Tran Dynasty, also known as the King's Well (dating back to around the 13th – 14th centuries). During excavation, archaeologists found a large quantity of ceramics and Tran Dynasty architectural materials inside the well.
– Decode artifacts with laser light: This decoding experience is an engaging activity that helps visitors learn more about the nation's history.
– Relax and savor royal lotus tea and lotus seed sweet treats under the shade of the Bodhi tree: Visitors will sit together, sip fragrant tea, enjoy candied lotus seeds, and share their thoughts.
20:30: Tour concludes. See you on our next tour!
Tour departure time: 19:00 every Friday and Saturday. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at the gate of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, 19C Hoang Dieu.
– Check-in and take photos at Doan Mon Gate: Doan Mon is one of the main gates leading into the Forbidden City. Based on the building materials and surviving architectural style of the relic, it can be confirmed that the current Doan Mon was built during the Le Dynasty and renovated during the Nguyen Dynasty.
– Watch art performances on the archaeological glass floor at Doan Mon: Upon entering the Doan Mon relic, you will have the opportunity to admire talented performers recreating the King's Royal Audience Ceremony and the "Thang Long Imperial Court" dance.
– Visit the artifact exhibition gallery:
- Thang Long – Hanoi Exhibition: Showcases the distinctive imprints of each historical period, intertwined and overlapping one another. It exhibits 215 antiquities including dragon and phoenix statues, carved bricks, daily utensils, and objects used in the ancient royal palace, etc.
- Thang Long Imperial Palace Treasures Exhibition: Showcased to visitors for the first time with 29 typical artifacts excavated at Thang Long Imperial Citadel from 2002 to the present. The exhibition consists of 3 spaces: Ly – Tran Dynasties artifacts, Early Le, Mac, and Restored Le Dynasties artifacts, and an outdoor space highlighting newly introduced artifacts such as Tran Dynasty terracotta basins and Early Le green-glazed architectural models.
- Dynasties Exhibition: Here, spaces are also divided according to prominent dynasties: Ly, Tran, Le, and Restored Le. This not only helps visitors learn about the genealogies of the reigning monarchs, but also displays typical artifacts and symbols of each era.
- Imperial Dragon Exhibition: Introduces the image of the Vietnamese dragon throughout historical periods, including its characteristics, figurative art, architectural ornamentation, utensils, etc.
- Archaeological Exhibition: Located at 18 Hoang Dieu, adjacent to the archaeological excavation site, this gallery introduces archaeological relics unearthed at Thang Long Imperial Citadel, such as dragon head sculptures, bodhi leaf motifs, etc.
– Offer incense in memory of the ancient emperors at Kinh Thien Palace: This is the central relic within the overall complex of the Central Sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – Hanoi. Kinh Thien Palace was the most important palace, where the royal court held its most solemn ceremonies, received foreign envoys, and held imperial audiences to discuss major national affairs.
– Visit the archaeological vestiges at 18 Hoang Dieu: In these areas, numerous types of architectural vestiges and relics have been discovered, overlapping and spanning over 1,300 years, beginning from the Dai La period (7th – 9th centuries), through the Dinh – Early Le dynasties (10th century), Ly Dynasty (1009 – 1225), Tran Dynasty (1226 – 1400), Ho Dynasty (1400 – 1407), Early Le Dynasty (1428 – 1527), Mac Dynasty (1527 – 1592), Restored Le Dynasty (1592 – 1789), and Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945).
– Experience royal well water: One of the prominent highlights here is the ancient well from the Tran Dynasty, also known as the King's Well (dating back to around the 13th – 14th centuries). During excavation, archaeologists found a large quantity of ceramics and Tran Dynasty architectural materials inside the well.
– Decode artifacts with laser light: This decoding experience is an engaging activity that helps visitors learn more about the nation's history.
– Relax and savor royal lotus tea and lotus seed sweet treats under the shade of the Bodhi tree: Visitors will sit together, sip fragrant tea, enjoy candied lotus seeds, and share their thoughts.
20:30: Tour concludes. See you on our next tour!
Tour price includes
- Entrance ticket to Thang Long Imperial Citadel
- On-site tour guide
- On-site tour guide
Tour price excludes
- Drinking water on site
- 8% VAT
- Tips for the on-site tour guide
- Meals, tickets, and personal expenses not listed in the program
- 8% VAT
- Tips for the on-site tour guide
- Meals, tickets, and personal expenses not listed in the program
Other notes
NOTES
- Dress politely; wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a lot of walking.
- The program departs on time, so please be present 15 minutes in advance at the gate of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, 19C Hoang Dieu (please pay special attention to the entrance gate, as the heritage site has many gates and it is easy to get confused).
- The heritage site is very large and activities take place continuously, so please try to stay close to and follow your group’s guide, as it is easy to get “lost.”
- Activities take place outdoors, so you should bring an umbrella in case of unpredictable rainy or windy weather.
- Dress politely; wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a lot of walking.
- The program departs on time, so please be present 15 minutes in advance at the gate of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, 19C Hoang Dieu (please pay special attention to the entrance gate, as the heritage site has many gates and it is easy to get confused).
- The heritage site is very large and activities take place continuously, so please try to stay close to and follow your group’s guide, as it is easy to get “lost.”
- Activities take place outdoors, so you should bring an umbrella in case of unpredictable rainy or windy weather.
Detailed price list
| Guest type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | 600,000 VND (est. ~$25) |
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