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Hoa Lu is the ancient capital of the Dinh and Le dynasties which dates back to the 11th century. Serene and tranquil, it is set in beautiful surroundings beside to Truong Yen village and is easily visited on a day trip from Ninh Binh. However, as beautiful as the surroundings may be, the remains themselves are really non-existent, with the only buildings of interest being some temples which have been built on the old sites. Those still standing include the Dinh Tien Huang, the royal temple which houses a statue of Emperor Dinh Bo Linh and his sons, and the royal temple of the early Le Dynasty. If you've had your fill of temples, there won't be much here to entice you, although it's worth popping in if you combine with a boat trip around nearby Trang An and a visit to the Bai Dinh Pagoda complex. If you do visit, we'd highly recommend taking a guide to get the most out of your visit, as you won't find any information at the site.
