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About Thap Rua

Thap Rua, or Tortoise Tower, is a three-storey pagoda located in the middle of Ho Hoan Kiem. It was built in the 18th century, and is one of the most recognised landmarks in Hanoi.

Getting there

Well, you can't reach it, as it's in the middle of the Ho Hoan Kiem lake.

Nearby Sights

  • General Post Office
  • Hanoi Fountain
  • Hoa Phuong
  • Indira Gandhi Park
  • Lake of the Returned Sword
  • Le Thai To Monument
  • Ly Thai To Statue
  • Sunbeam Bridge
  • Temple of the Jade Mound
  • Thang Long Water Puppet Show
  • Writing Brush Tower
  • Thap Rua Location Map


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    Thap Rua, the Tortoise Tower
    Thap Rua, the Tortoise Tower (30 August 2006)
    © Timothy Tye

    Tortoise Tower at night
    Tortoise Tower at night (30 August 2006)
    © Timothy Tye






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