Explore the resting place of the famous and learned king of the Nguyen Dynasty

Inside Hoa Khiem Duong (the shrine of the king and queen), the interior of the building is painted black, while the objects of worship are all painted red and gilded. Many relics of King Tu Duc and his concubines are still preserved here, especially the mirror paintings illustrating poems composed by King Thieu Tri, the picture frames are gilded and carved very delicately.

King Tu Duc (Duc Tong Anh Hoang De, real name Nguyen Phuc Hong Nham) ascended the throne at the age of 19, reigned for 36 years (1847-1883), was the 4th king and reigned the longest among the 13 kings of the Nguyen Dynasty. He died on June 16, Quy Mui year, July 19, 1883, at the age of 54.

According to history books, King Tu Duc had an elegant and calm appearance, read many books, and was the most learned and learned king of the Nguyen Dynasty.

In terms of literature, the king made quite important contributions to Vietnamese literature. He composed a huge volume of works: 600 essays, 4,000 poems in Chinese characters and about 100 poems in Nom characters.

He also personally edited and revised a number of folk plays. The King opened the Tap Hien Vien and Khai Kinh Dien to discuss poetry, history and politics with writers and poets. He directed the National History Institute to compile the Imperial Annals of Vietnam... and wrote many "royal comments" for this great history book.

His works include: Royal Poetry Collection, Royal Literature Collection, Collection of Poetry by Co Du Tu Tinh, Vietnamese History Collection, Analects, Ten Commandments, Self-study Interpretation Song... Especially the poem Khiem Cung Ky on the Thanh stone stele has been recognized as a National Treasure.

Source: https://danviet.vn/kham-pha-noi-an-nghi-cua-vi-vua-noi-tieng-uyen-bac-trieu-nguyen-20240826144211246.htm