Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Once you step foot in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum will draw you to the city’s focal point with its solemn presence. This is where Vietnamese history is most vigorous. At the final resting place of President Ho Chi Minh, you will get a sense of historical significance and learn about the country’s political history. Influenced by the Lenin’s Tomb in Moscow, the mausoleum is striking in appearance with its clear-cut edges. Join the crowds paying respect to the president. Vietnam’s most intense moments reside here in Ho Chi Ming Mausoleum.

Rising at the center of a verdant square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is hard to miss. Even on the dark and cloudy days of Vietnam, you will see crowds of locals and travelers flocking to the monument to commemorate the national hero. There are military service officers standing guard at its gate and inside the building day and night. But, things don’t get solemn until you enter the monument. The glass tomb in which the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh lies in a peaceful slumber will strike you immediately. He is one of the few world leaders whose body is preserved and displayed in public. Feel the air, pay your respects, and make sure you follow the rules while you are inside. Before you leave, make sure to observe the surrounding greenery, too.