Thánh Gióng Monument
Thánh Gióng Monument
Thánh Gióng Monument
Thánh Gióng Monument
A majestic monument to the national hero at the summit of a sacred mountain.
Hanoi
Monument
Cultural Heritage
The monument is dedicated to the legendary hero of Vietnamese epic folklore—Saint Gióng, who saved the country from enemies. Unveiled for Hanoi's 1000th anniversary, this large-scale monument is not only a triumph of engineering but also a sacred site deeply intertwined with Vietnam's spiritual heritage.
- Visit Duration
2–3 hours
- Status
Special National Monument
- Statue Weight
86 tons
- Height
11.07 meters
- Best Months
Oct – Apr
- Language On-site
Vietnamese, English
What you need to know
History and Symbolism
History and Symbolism
The monument was officially inaugurated on September 9, 2009, at 9:09 AM. This date was chosen intentionally: the number 9 plays a key role in the legend of Saint Gióng. Created by artist Nguyễn Kim Xuân, the sculpture masterfully captures the image of the young hero on a rearing horse with a bamboo spear.
Engineering Excellence
Engineering Excellence
The 86-ton structure is cast from pure copper using manual casting methods. A unique feature is the two bronze hearts hidden inside the statues of the saint and his horse. The monument is surrounded by a plaza paved with 9,999 blue stones.
Cultural Context
Cultural Context
The monument is located at the top of Mount Đá Chồng within the historical Sóc Sơn temple complex. This is the venue for the Gióng Festival, recognized by UNESCO. Tourists often perform a traditional ritual of walking around the statue nine times to show their reverence.
The dry and cool season is ideal for climbing the mountain peak and exploring the complex without exhausting heat.
On-site
- Getting There
Bus or organized transfer to the Sóc complex
- Accommodation
Hotels in the Sóc Sơn area
- On-site
Walking tours around the complex
- Cash
Required for donations
- Connectivity
4G/LTE
- With Kids
Great for family visits