Ho Chi Minh mausoleum travel' infomation

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Ba Dinh Square is one of the most visited attractions in hanoi viet nam. It is an important historical attraction of Hanoi, known for honoring the national hero: President Ho Chi Minh, the most iconic and popular leader of Vietnam, known to his people as ‘Uncle Ho’. His body is preserved here in a glass case at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in central Hanoi (albeit against his wishes)

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ho chi minh mausoleum hanoi is an important historical attraction of Vietnam, known for honoring the national hero: President Ho Chi Minh. The building is where visitors can express their admiration and gratitude towards the common father/uncle of Vietnamese who has led the country to independence and reunification. It is popularly known among Vietnamese as Uncles’ Mausoleum, for the intimate and familiar atmosphere Ho Chi Minh always created when he was alive. Built over 2 years from 1973 to 1975, the Mausoleum is also a lively illustrator of national unity.

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The materials that constitute the building, from exterior granite to interior wood, were contributed by people from all over the country. Even the garden that surrounded the Mausoleum has a collection of plants and bonsais donated from all regions in viet nam. This shows the Vietnamese’s wish to forever keep their dear father/grandfather company. In fact, the construction of the Mausoleum was against Ho Chi Minh’s will. As he passed away, he wished to be cremated and his cremation to be scattered all over the country, so that land can be saved for agricultural production.
Travel Tips

1. Visiting the Mausoleum is free of charge but involves a set of strictly enforced regulations. No short skirts or tank tops are allowed and there is high level of security check upon arrival. Day packs can be put in a safe deposit before you enter but make sure you do not carry many valuable items with you. Taking photos, talking or finger-pointing are strictly prohibited inside the mausoleums.
2. Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday and weekends from 08:00 – 11:00. Closed on Monday and Friday
3. Location of Mausoleum: At Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi city centre
   Tel: +84 (4) 845 5128 

The mausoleum might be closed occasionally for maintenance so check before you go.

>> Also see: things to do in hanoi

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