Cổ Loa Citadel (Vietnamese: Thành Cổ Loa) is an important fortified settlement and archaeological site in present-day Hanoi's Đông Anh district, roughly 17 kilometers north of present-day Hanoi, in the upper plain north of the Red River. [1]

Thành Cổ Loa là kinh đô của nhà nước Âu Lạc dưới thời An Dương Vương vào khoảng thế kỷ thứ 3 trước Công nguyên và của nhà nước phong kiến dưới thời Ngô Quyền thế kỷ 10 tại vùng đất xã Cổ Loa, huyện Đông Anh, Hà Nội.

Co Loa Ancient Citadel was officially the oldest and the first citadel in Vietnam’s history. It has been retained and now become a favorite historical destination in Hanoi’s outskirt. Italiano

Co Loa Citadel - Dong Anh is a land with a rich cultural and historical tradition, famous for its 9-spiral citadel that is over 2,000 years old. Coming to Co Loa Citadel means coming back to the legendary stories of the crossbow, of An Duong Vuong, My Chau and Trong Thuy.

Jul 21, 2024 · Co Loa Citadel, situated in Dong Anh District of Hanoi, is one of the oldest relic sites in Vietnam, dating back to the 3rd century BC. It is associated with the legendary King An Duong Vuong and the establishment of the ancient kingdom of Au Lac.

The Co Loa Citadel is the intersection of the Red River and another large Thai Binh river at the exact position of the peak of the Red River delta. Nowadays, among the remaining ancient citadels of Vietnam, Co Loa Citadel seem to be the oldest …

About 16 kilometers from the north of Hanoi Old Quarter, visitors have a chance to admire one of Vietnam's most well-known historical relics - Co Loa Citadel. Located in Co Loa Commune, Dong Anh District, outskirt of Hanoi, the citadel is considered as the cultural cradle of both Hanoi City individually and Vietnam generally.

Cổ Loa Citadel boasts not one, not two, but four impressive gates: North, South, East, and West. Each gate has its unique charm and historical significance. From the imposing North Gate to the serene South Gate, these entrances glimpse the city’s …

Jul 29, 2024 · Today, Co Loa Citadel is a popular historical attraction near Hanoi, offering visitors a glimpse into Vietnam’s ancient past. The site spans three communes: Co Loa, Duc Tu, and Viet Hung, and features well-preserved remnants of the ancient fortress.

Co Loa Citadel is regarded as the most ancient citadel with largest size and highest scale, its design is also listed into the most unique citadel in Vietnam’s history of constructing ramparts during the old days.