Tortoise Tower
(Thap Rua)

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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

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 (30 August 2006)
© Timothy Tye

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

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