This morning, at the National History Museum, the Institute of Archaeology - Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences organized the international conference "Thang Long Imperial Citadel - Achievements and Challenges After 15 Years of Research," aiming to further clarify and deepen the outstanding global value of the heritage site.
Over the past 15 years, major archaeological excavations have unraveled many mysteries beneath the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, shedding light on the architecture of the Ly and Tran dynasties' palaces and the Kinh Thien Palace during the early Le dynasty. The results of research, classification, and organization of artifacts have contributed to a clearer picture of life in the imperial court, as well as the history of economic and cultural exchange between the capital Thang Long and ancient centers in Asia.
Associate Professor Bui Minh Tri, former Director of the Institute of Imperial City Research, believes that despite achieving many groundbreaking research accomplishments, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, after more than 20 years since its excavation, remains an archaeological site with most of its remains buried underground in a bustling urban area. Therefore, in the future, groundbreaking solutions are needed to both preserve its original state and effectively recreate, restore, and promote the value of the heritage site, aiming towards the development of a heritage economy.
Professor Kunikazu Ueno (Nara Women's University, Japan) shared international experience: Japan once restored the ancient capital of Nara to preserve and recreate the nation's first political and cultural center, not only for tourism but also for historical education and fostering national spirit. According to him, archaeological research should be considered a core foundation, requiring systematic and long-term investment.
According to Dr. Ha Van Can, Director of the Institute of Archaeology, Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, Hanoi plans to submit a dossier on the restoration of the main palace and the Kính Thiên Palace space to the World Heritage Center early next year, gradually promoting the value of the heritage site following the successful heritage economy model in many countries.
Source: https://vtv.vn/phat-huy-gia-tri-di-san-hoang-thanh-thang-long-100251104214121784.htm
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