Quang Tri Ancient Citadel – A place to educate traditional patriotism

After the war, the only things left at the badly damaged citadel were the Eastbound gate and several walls.

In the 90s of the 20th century, the Quang Tri provincial People's Committee restored the citadel and named it a relic site. At present, the citadel becomes a place to mark immortal victories of the Vietnamese troops and people and to educate youths about the nation's revolutionary tradition and patriotism.

The online edition of the People's Army Newspaper would like introduce some images of the Quang Tri Ancient Citadel today.

A corner of the Southern gate of the ancient citadel with the front gate restored exactly the same to the old one

A monument in memory of the 1972 battle built in the middle of the citadel

Memorial ceremonies are often organized at the top of the monument.

Time-line of the 81 days and nights reminding people of the fierce battles in Quang Tri town and Quang Tri ancient citadel

Youths offer flowers and incense in tribute to fallen soldiers.

A wall of the ruined citadel left

The Museum of the Ancient Citadel of Quang Tri, where images and documents about the fierce battles of the Vietnamese troops and people are on display

The photos depicting the battles showcased at the museum

Martyrs’ weapons and belongings found in the area of the ancient citadel

Translated by Lam Anh