“A hero cast in copper… Imagine that.” The Tượng đài đồng chí Vũ Văn Hiếu Bust before you is more than just a monument. It’s a tribute to a man who helped shape the destiny of Quang Ninh. Vu Van Hieu, the first Secretary of the Hon Gai Special Zone Party Committee, dedicated his life to the cause of Vietnamese independence. The bust itself, weighing an impressive 1.7 tons, is cast in pure red copper. It stands as a beacon of his enduring legacy. Notice the two large blocks of coal flanking the monument. These are not just any rocks. They were brought here from Deo Nai coal mine, a place of historical significance. It was here that President Ho Chi Minh himself paid a visit on March 30, 1959. The monument’s location is no accident either. It’s nestled within the Lan Be flower park complex. This area, with its memorials and cultural centers, stands as a testament to the region’s rich history and heritage. The Tượng đài đồng chí Vũ Văn Hiếu Bust serves as a powerful reminder of Vu Van Hieu’s sacrifice and the spirit of the Vietnamese people.
Abandoned building
An unfinished symphony in concrete. That is the Abandoned building in Ha Long. Many Vietnamese citizens and architecture experts have