Martyrs' Monument, Hanoi

Of the great monuments in Hanoi, most are attributed to the brave who died in the battle for Vietnam’s Independence. Martyrs’ Monument depicts two men, one of them holding a torch in the right hand and the second - a gun in his left hand. Meanwhile, a woman is composed with a sword. This leads to the conclusion that regardless of the gender, everybody stood up for their country.

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Sight Name: Martyrs' Monument
Sight Location: Hanoi, Vietnam (See walking tours in Hanoi)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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