Thanh Giong monument Travel Guide – Overview, Attractions & Visiting Timings

The Thanh Giong Monument is a famous cultural and historical landmark located in Phù Đổng Commune, Gia Lâm District, Hanoi, Vietnam, about 20 km northeast of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Dedicated to Saint Giong (Thanh Giong)—one of Vietnam’s legendary Four Immortals—the monument symbolizes patriotism, bravery, and the spirit of national unity. Set near the Đuống River and surrounded by peaceful countryside, the site is closely associated with the Phù Đổng Gióng Festival, a UNESCO-recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Visitors to the Thanh Giong Monument can explore nearby temples, statues, and traditional villages, making it an ideal destination for those interested in Vietnamese history, mythology, and spiritual tourism while traveling around Hanoi.