The authorities of Da Nang and Thua Thien-Hue Province have jointly asked the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to recognise the Hai Van Gate as a national relic site.

The Hai Van Gate

All the site-related documents and scientific research will be submitted to the relevant national agencies this month.  This seems to be a happy sign of the effective cooperation between the 2 authorities in managing, preserving and promoting the cultural and historical values of the Hai Van Gate.

The Hai Van Gate is located at the geographical boundary between Da Nang and Thua Thien-Hue Province. 

In 1826, during the reign of Emperor Minh Mang, a rampart and a fortified gateway were built at the top of the Hai Van Pass.  Combining nature and the creations of man, the gate deserves its name ‘the most marvellous wonder’ which was given to it by Emperor Le Thanh Tong when he went sightseeing there.  Despite its long history, the gate is still solid but is now covered with moss.