Australian President of Senate Sue Lines visited the Temple of Literature – the national special historical relic – shortly after she arrived in Hanoi for a week-long visit starting on August 24 at the invitation of Vietnamese Chairman of National Assembly Tran Thanh Man.

At Vietnam’s first university, which was built in 1070, the delegation, led by Australian Senate President Sue Lines, was briefed on the history of the establishment and growth of Vietnam’s first university. This location is emblematic of the country’s study culture and represents the convergence of learning from the Dai Viet and modern Vietnam.

President Sue Lines of the Australian Senate led a delegation to see historic buildings like the Dai Trung Gate, Khue Van Cac, Dai Thanh Palace, the doctoral stele garden, and the eternal teacher Chu Van An. They learned about the location that honors and preserves Confucianism and best exemplifies the exceptional values of Vietnamese culture. 

Australian President of Senate Sue Lines visited the Temple of Literature on August 24. Photos: Quochoi

Senate President Sue Lines explores 82 doctoral steles that honor Vietnam's quintessence of education.

The Australian senator is introduced to the history of the Temple of Literature.

The place honors Vietnam's kings and ancestors who defended and built the nation.

The Temple of Literature symbolizes Vietnam's long-lasting tradition of education.

The Temple of Literature demonstrates Vietnam's quintessence of education.

Huts reenact the place where candidates live to prepare for the exams.

The Temple of Literature is a must-see place in Hanoi.

A local official offers a book on the Temple of Literature and Hanoi.