Tiger Arena
Vietnam
Tiger and Elephant Arena photo stop (site of Imperial competitions)
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5 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Tiger Arena (Ho Quyen)
Welcome to Ho Quyen, more commonly known as the Tiger Arena. Located about five kilometers from the Hue Imperial City, this architectural relic is a unique testament to the martial spirit and the symbolic power dynamics of the…
Listen in the app2The Outer Ramparts and the Five Cages
As you circle the exterior of the arena, you will come across five arched openings at ground level. These are the holding cells where the tigers were kept before their final walk into the arena. …
Listen in the app3The Royal Viewing Platform
Ascending the stone steps on the northern side of the arena brings you to the royal viewing platform. This elevated section was the most prestigious seat in the house, reserved for the Emperor and the royal family. …
Listen in the app4The Elephant Ramp and the Arena Floor
To the side of the royal platform is a wide, sloping ramp designed for the entry of the elephants. These majestic animals were the pride of the Nguyen military and were trained specifically for these ceremonial battles. …
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As we conclude our tour of Ho Quyen, we are left with a complex image of the Nguyen Dynasty. This arena is a testament to their architectural prowess and their desire for order, but also to the brutal methods used to maintain the…
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What is Tiger Arena?
Tiger Arena is a place in Vietnam with 5 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 5 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 16.4500, 107.5538 |
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