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The temple of Literature (Van Mieu) is a famous ancient monument
consisting of the Temple of Literature and Vietnam's first
university. The Temple of Literature was built in 1070 in honour of
Confucius.
Six years later, Quoc Tu Giam , the first university of Vietnam,
was on the premises of Van Mieu. It was the first educational school
for royal family members, and it was later opened to talented
students. In 1482 Emperor Le Thanh Tong ordered the erection of
stela with inscriptions of the names, places of birth, and
achievements of graduates who had taken examinations since 1442.
Presently 82 stela stand at Van Mieu.
The Temple of Literature is located on Van Mieu St., 2km west of
Hoan Kiem lake. It is open Tuesday to Sunday from 8.00 to 11.30 am
and 1.30 to 5pm. |
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