The tomb of Emperor Tu Duc is located 6 km outside of Hue.
Lang Tu Duc is the burial site of the 4th emperor of the Nguyen dynasty. His reign lasted of 1847-1883 and was marked by uprisings and rebellions.
He pursued a policy of isolation and persecuted Christians due to their faith. This called the resistance of the western countries on the plan and resulted in the cession of South Vietnam to the Frenchmen.
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More InformationFrom 1864-1867, 3000 workers worked on the creation of the burial site. During Tu Doc’s lifetime, it also served as a summer residence.
When you enter the complex, which is surrounded by a high wall, you see the artificial lake with an island in the middle. The emperor used the island as a place for meditation. When we arrive, divers and workers had to fetch straight garbage and stones out of the muddy water.
Opposite the island is the Xung Khiem pavilion, which was used as a day room. Across a winding path along the lake we reach the honor courtyard via a few steps.
The courtyard is flanked by an elephant, a horse and Mandarin statues.
Directly behind is the stele pavilion. The glorious deeds of the ruler are listed on the stele. The stele is the largest artificial stone block in Vietnam. Behind is the temple for the worship of the emperor and empress, with the relics of the couple.
A small pond in the middle completes the ensemble. By another gate we reach the real mausoleum which was held very simply.
In the middle of the oval you can see the powerful stone coffin.
On the way back we visit briefly the Summer Palace, which was used for ceremonial purposes.
It is located on a small hill in front of the lake.
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Did you also learn that Tu Duc did not have any children even though he had over 100 wives? and, it was such a sad thing for him that he erected the stele house by himself ( usually the son of emperor would do it). That is to show how unfortunate his life was and how dedicated he wanted his tomb to be.
Thank you very much. This was new to us