Royal Mausoleum (Pham Dang Family Tombs)

The Royal Mausoleum, known as Lang Hoang Gia, is the ancestral tomb complex of the Pham Dang family in Long Hung Commune, Go Cong, Dong Thap Province. Built in the early 19th century, it contains the tombs of Grand Duke Pham Dang Hung, father of Empress Tu Du, and other family members. Recognized as a National Historic Relic, it is notable for its Nguyen Dynasty architecture, elaborate stone carvings, and historical connection to the Vietnamese royal family.

Visitors can expect a quiet, walled tomb complex set among gardens and rice fields on the outskirts of Go Cong. The site contains multiple tombs, steles, altars, and ornate stone sculptures of mandarins, soldiers, horses and mythical animals lining the spirit paths. Structures feature traditional Nguyen Dynasty brick, stone and ceramic mosaic work with inscriptions in Han characters. The area is open for walking, viewing architecture and paying respects, with a calm, park-like atmosphere.