Hundred-pillar House

The Hundred-pillar House (Nha Tram Cot) is a historic wooden house located in Long Huu Dong Commune, Can Duoc District, Tay Ninh Province (formerly Long An). Built between 1901 and 1904 and completed in 1907 by Tran Van Hoa, it is renowned for its 120 pillars and intricate wood carvings. Recognized as a National Historical-Cultural Relic in 1997, it exemplifies southern Vietnamese elite architecture blending Hue imperial style with Mekong Delta craftsmanship.

Visitors can expect a large traditional wooden house set in a rural garden setting near the Vam Co River. The structure features 120 pillars (68 round and 52 square), elaborately carved wooden panels, mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture, and a layout following Hue royal house principles with three compartments and two wings. Interiors display antique furniture, altars, and decorative carvings of dragons, phoenixes and floral motifs. Guided tours explain construction techniques and family history.

Built between 1901 and 1904 and completed in 1907 by Tran Van Hoa, a local wealthy landowner. Construction used high-quality timber and skilled craftsmen from Hue. The house was built over several years with extensive carving work. It was designated a National Historical-Cultural Relic on 22 August 1997 for its architectural and historical value.

Represents the lifestyle of the southern Vietnamese elite in the early 20th century and the fusion of Hue imperial architectural principles with Mekong Delta building traditions. The house preserves traditional woodworking, carving and mother-of-pearl inlay craftsmanship and serves as an example of folk architecture and ancestral worship space in southern Vietnam.