O Quan Chuong gate, built in 1749 during the Le Dynasty, still stands tall after defensive wars against the French invasions and bombing campaigns by the US army destroyed much of the old capital.
But O Quan Chuong is in desperate need of restoration. The grant aims to repair damaged sections of the gate and reinforce its foundation.
Hanoi officials will now discuss the restoration with scientists and experts to decide on optimal preservative techniques.
The preservation project aims to be completed in time to celebrate the capital’s 1,000th anniversary in October next year.
Reported by Nguyen Viet Chien
Hanoi’s historic city gate O Quan Chuong |
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