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Nguyen Dynasty Throne Damaged by Intruder at Vietnamese Heritage Site

A man exhibiting signs of psychosis broke the armrest of the historic throne at Hue's Thai Hoa Palace, prompting increased security and artifact preservation efforts.

A file photo of the Nguyen Dynasty throne in Vietnam's Thái Hòa Palace.
The throne was inside Thái Hòa Palace in the Imperial City, Hue, Vietnam.
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Vietnamese police have detained a man who damaged an antique throne after breaking into an exhibit at the Imperial Palace in the city of Hue, officials said

Overview

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Hue's UNESCO-listed Thai Hoa Palace, home to the Nguyen dynasty's royal throne.
  • A 42-year-old man entered a restricted area, climbed onto the throne, and broke the left armrest while shouting incoherently.
  • Authorities have detained the man, who is undergoing a psychiatric assessment due to signs of psychosis and erratic behavior.
  • The throne, a national treasure from Vietnam's last feudal dynasty (1802–1945), is being removed for repair and preservation.
  • Vietnam's Ministry of Culture has called for an urgent report on the incident, and security measures at the monument complex are being tightened to protect cultural artifacts.