Sensation in Hue: Throne of the Nguyen Dynasty badly damaged!

Sensation in Hue: Throne of the Nguyen Dynasty badly damaged!

On June 2, 2025, the Office of the Hue Municipal People's Committee informed the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism about the condition of the Nguyen Dynasty throne on display at the Thai Hoa Palace before it was damaged. The incident, which took place on May 24, 2025, shocked many and was the result of intentional causing damage by Ho Van Phuong Tam. He attracted attention with strange behavior when entering the palace and damaged an armrest of the valuable throne.

The ministry quickly responded to the incident and ordered an inspection and assessment of the monuments in Hue. A report on this incident should be submitted to the ministry by May 26. Security forces had asked Tam to leave the area and informed police, who eventually arrested him at 12:10 p.m. When he was arrested, he showed signs of mental disorder and was unable to provide information one-trip.de.

Measures to preserve national heritage

As a result of the incident, the Hue City People's Committee set up a council to assess the condition of the throne and draw up a detailed conservation and restoration plan. An evaluation meeting was held on June 1, during which leaders commissioned the Hue Monuments Conservation Center to develop a comprehensive conservation plan. This plan should include measures to prevent theft, fire, explosions and natural disasters. Hue Monuments Conservation Center Director Hoang Viet Trung pointed out the different materials and protection methods of the national treasures.

A comprehensive review of the management and security of the relics at the Hue Monuments Conservation Center will be conducted by June 6, 2025. Investments are planned in renovation and modernization work as well as in technical infrastructure and special equipment. New technologies and artificial intelligence should play a role in this.

The National Treasury of Hue

In total, there are 14 artifacts or sets of artifacts in Hue City, of which 41 are recognized as national treasures. Among these, 12 artifacts or artifact sets containing 38 individual artifacts are located in the Hue Monument Complex, while the remaining two are housed in the Hue City History Museum. Of particular note are the items identified as national treasures during a past recognition, including the Minh Mang-era Ngo Mon Bell and the throne of Emperor Duy Tan, whose restoration is now a priority.

Authorities are obliged to comply with cultural heritage regulations in order to protect valuable cultural assets. The incident surrounding the damaged throne has brought into focus the importance of effective monitoring and protection of such cultural heirlooms. How vietnam.vn Reportedly, an investigation was launched into responsibilities related to the violation of the national shrine, resulting in dismissals and warnings of security officials involved in the incident.