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The two-storey Khuê Văn Các pavilion at the end of a garden path inside the Temple of Literature.
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Temple of Literature

The Temple of Literature is a temple to Confucius in Hanoi, founded in 1070 under Emperor Lý Thánh Tông. From 1076 it housed the Imperial Academy, Vietnam's first national university. Five walled courtyards lead past the Khuê Văn Các pavilion to stone stelae that list the doctoral laureates of the imperial examinations.

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Opening hours
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source vanmieu.gov.vn

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week
Mon08:00–17:00
Tue08:00–17:00
Wed08:00–17:00
Thu08:00–17:00
Fri08:00–17:00
Sat08:00–17:00
Sun08:00–17:00

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Temple of Literature?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00.

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