Lebadang Memory Space — Attraction in Hue City

I got to be in Hue thrice in 2024, and I was very delighted to spend time at Lebadang Memory Space twice. It is not only a celebration of an immense artist coming from and rooting deep within Viet cultural heartland, but also an examination of space-time-human relationship looking through an art-museum model. The space is an art museum, a garden house, an artist residence, a creative hub. The time is contemporary and traditional. The human is not divided. I feel the space becoming more and more of a cultural tissue growing on such a beautiful hill surrounded by the Nguyễn dynasty of Huế.

For my first time there, I was very happy to be greeted by Ms. Hằng, who probably sobbed at some point as she educated me on the artist, his story and his legacy. For my second time, Mr. Kiên shared the same spirit. I am delighted to see everyone working hard to represent the heart of their...

One of the most beautiful art galleries and gardens that we have seen in Vietnam by far. Everything about the Lebadang Memory Space is exquisite, purposeful and one with nature. The art gallery’s architecture itself is amazing, the artist and his work are so unbelievably diverse in form and function, yet with a unifying theme. The gardens are amazingly beautiful and serene. Although one comes to Hue for the ancient city, this modern mini Guggenheim is an experience that will only heighten your image of Hue. Plan to spend a minimum of 1-1 1/2 hours. We wish we had more time. The gallery has two main areas that are air conditioned as well as an indoor cafe. Soon to come is a Homestay where one can enjoy a private evening on the grounds. Lastly, don’t let the 265k vnd entrance fee concern you; we were a little surprised at first, but it is...

It is really amazing how there is a space for art, culture to honor the late Le Ba Dang like this. The space is worth the visit and is beautifully built. I came during low season so it is quite empty, were the only guests. Be mindful that they take lunch break 12-2pm so it is hard for people to plan day trip. I also think they can do much better job in guiding the guests on the vision, story, architect of the space. There is so much to see and learn here but our experience was shortly focus on the building itself, some work and a short movie.

The ticket is not cheap and the trip there is more than 30" so the time spent here can be much more worthwhile. There was construction on the road by the entrance so be careful if you take a car there, maybe...