The temple is a historic relic, it is Vietnam's oldest university, also called Imperial Academy that was built in the year 1070, dedicated to the famous Chinese philosopher, teacher and politician, Confucius, considered a paragon of all Chinese sages. It's not a religious place of worship, but rather a place of learning and knowledge. It's a must-see attraction in Hanoi, it will give you a unique insight into Vietnam's academic history and its rich cultural past.