Hue, Oct. 25 -- The central city of Hue is accelerating the restoration of major heritage sites dating back to the Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945), with several projects expected to finish ahead of schedule.

In late 2024, the Hue Monuments Conservation Centre launched a project to conserve and restore the Nam Giao Esplanade at a cost of more than 40 billion VND (1.55 million USD).

Phung Van Hoang, Director of the Hue Monuments Project Management Board under the centre, said the work was expected to be completed in late October or early November 2026, about seven months ahead of schedule.

Built in 1806 under King Gia Long south of the Hue Citadel, the esplanade was where Nguyen dynasty emperors performed rituals to Heaven. It is the only rem...