Vietnamese Historical Capitals Flashcard

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What are the opening hours of Hoa Lo Prison?

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8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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What does the name 'Thang Long' mean?

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Rising Dragon

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Which gate leads into the Forbidden City?

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Doan Mon

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Bac Mon preserves cannonball traces from the French attack in 1882. True or False?

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True

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Who moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Dai La in 1010?

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Ly Cong Uan (Ly Thai To)

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What is the historical significance of Hoa Lo Prison?

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It was used to detain political prisoners during the French colonial period and later during the Vietnam War.

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What was the original name of Hanoi?

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Thang Long

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What year was the capital moved to Hanoi?

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1010

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What is the architectural style of the Forbidden City?

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Traditional Vietnamese architecture with influences from Chinese design.

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What major event took place at Bac Mon in 1882?

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The French attack on Hanoi.