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Tran Family Shrine (built late 18th century onward)
The Tran family shrine, at the northeast corner of Le Loi and Phan Chu Trinh streets, was built about 200 years ago by members of the extended Tran clan. The family has lived in Vietnam for over 300 years, but traces its ancestors to China. The building is presently open to visitors who may tour the site after purchasing a ticket. About half of the premises has been turned into a souvenir shop selling handicrafts and old Vietnamese coins.
Location
The approximate location of the house is 15.878565' N, 108.328553' E (WGS 84 map datum).
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All images copyright 2005 Timothy M. Ciccone. Photographed in late November, 2005.
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