Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

  Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum stands at 2 Hung Vuong Street in the Ba Dinh district of Hanoi, serving as a significant tribute to the founder of modern Vietnam. Completed in 1975, this imposing structure houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, allowing visitors a chance to pay their respects to the revolutionary leader. Visitors can explore the surrounding historical site, which includes the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh's stilt house, offering insight into his life and legacy. The mausoleum is open to the public from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, with a brief closure in October and November for maintenance. While visiting, take a moment to observe the changing of the guard ceremony, an organized display of respect and precision.