Son Tay, located about 40km west of Ha Noi, has a
significant number of military training facilitates but is also known as a
convenient nearby getaway location. It
has a rich historical heritage and visitors can choose from a selection of options: visit a traditional Vietnamese
village, see the remnants of a citadel, trek up a hill resort hailing from the French
colonial period or indulge at a spa cum resort.
The first place of interest is the Son
Tay ancient citadel which was built in 1822. The local authority has taken efforts to
upkeep the historical site but there are signs of its ancient history with at
least 100 years old trees surrounding the walls and gates. Another write-up on the citadel by Viet Nam News. Satellite picture of Son Tay ancient citadel.
Son Tay citadel flag tower
Kinh Thien Palace
Altar inside Kinh Thien Palace
Old photographs of the citadel
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