Van Mieu Entrance

Van Mieu Entrance is a building in Đống Đa District, Hanoi. Van Mieu Entrance is situated nearby to the islet Gò Kim Châu, as well as near the park Văn Lake.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Temple of Literature and Hàng Ðẫy Stadium.

Temple of Literature

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Văn Miếu, literally translated as Temple of Literature, is a temple dedicated to Confucius in Hanoi, northern Vietnam. The temple was founded and first built in 1070 at the time of Emperor Lý Thánh Tông, and it hosted the Imperial Academy, Vietnam's first national university, from 1076 to 1779. Temple of Literature is situated 140 metres north of Van Mieu Entrance.

Hàng Ðẫy Stadium

Stadium

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Hàng Đẫy Stadium, also known as Hanoi Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds 22,500 spectators; however, due to the dilapidating condition, the upper level of stand B is currently unusable, reducing this number to approximately 15,000. Hàng Ðẫy Stadium is situated 370 metres northwest of Van Mieu Entrance.