The opening ceremony of an archaeological exhibition from the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in France (Photo: VOV)

The exhibition is a collaboration between the Thang Long-Hanoi Heritage Conservation Centre and the city of Provins to mark 10 years and 20 years since the Thang Long Imperial Citadel and the medieval city of Provins were recognized as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

At the opening ceremony, Olivier Lavenka, the Mayor of Provins, said the Thang Long Imperial City and the city of Provins share some similarities. Both were honored by UNESCO because of the inestimable value they represent for all of humanity. Both were begun in the 11th century and have transmitted an exceptional heritage to today's generations. The opening of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel space at Saint-Ayoul church in the ancient city of Provins, will help to promote the two heritages.

The exhibition, which run through December, 2023, will be donated to Provins. Billboards promoting the Thang Long Imperial Citadel will be kept for 3 years.

Talking to VOV’s correspondent in France, Nguyen Thanh Quang, Director of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel Conservation Center, said the exhibition will promote the cultural and historical values of Thang Long Imperial Citadel to the world. 

Quang said: "The Provins region and the Thang Long Imperial Citadel have exchanged personnel to learn about preservation, and archeology from each other.  The two sides have worked together to create tours, sightseeing routes, and information centers and will further cooperation to tap the potential of their relic sites."