DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER OF THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND KRZYSZTOF GAWKOWSKI VISITS VĂN MIẾU – QUỐC TỬ GIÁM
On October 24, 2025, as part of his working visit to Vietnam, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Krzysztof Gawkowski visited the Special National Relic – Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám.
Mr Lê Xuân Kiêu – Director of the Centre for Cultural and Scientific Activities of Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám – welcomed Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Krzysztof Gawkowski.
Upon arriving at Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám, Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski expressed his deep impression of the ancient beauty, serene atmosphere, and profound symbolism of the heritage complex – the cradle of Vietnamese education and a symbol of learning and respect for teachers.
The Deputy Prime Minister spent time admiring the Khuê Văn Pavilion – the architectural symbol of Hanoi. According to him, the Khuê Văn Pavilion is an elegant structure with harmonious proportions, refined yet straightforward, and it embodies the profound story of the thousand-year-old capital. In this place, the quintessence of Vietnamese intellect, morality, and character converges. The beauty of Khuê Văn Các lies not only in its form but also in the way it reflects the modesty, calmness, and depth of the Vietnamese spirit.
Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Krzysztof Gawkowski took a commemorative photo in front of the Khuê Văn Các Pavilion with Mr Lê Xuân Kiêu, Director of the Centre for Cultural and Scientific Activities of Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám.
While learning about the eminent figures honoured at Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám, Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski expressed deep admiration for Teacher Chu Văn An – a model educator and a symbol of integrity, dedication, and the noble spirit of Vietnamese education.
The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised that the Vietnamese people’s passion for learning, respect for morality, and aspiration for knowledge are precious values that transcend time and contribute to shaping the nation’s distinctive cultural identity.
During the reception, Director Lê Xuân Kiêu shared about the ongoing efforts of the Centre in conserving, restoring, and promoting the heritage values of the site. He also expressed admiration for Poland’s expertise and achievements in heritage preservation – a field in which the country has earned international recognition.
Mr Lê Xuân Kiêu highlighted the desire to strengthen cooperation and professional exchange between the two sides, particularly in heritage restoration projects and heritage education, continuing the positive legacy of Polish experts who had previously contributed to the preservation of Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám.
In response, Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski expressed his appreciation and readiness to support Vietnam in the field of cultural heritage preservation, while praising the country’s efforts to safeguard and promote heritage values within the community.
During the visit, the Deputy Prime Minister explored artefacts associated with the history of Quốc Tử Giám and listened to introductions about the Doctoral Steles – a World Documentary Heritage.
He also spent time interacting with students from Hanoi College of Tourism, sharing his thoughts on learning methods in the fields of culture, tourism, and heritage. The Deputy Prime Minister encouraged young people to nurture their love for national culture, enrich their knowledge and skills, and foster a spirit of dedication. He extended his best wishes to the students, expressing his hope that they would become cultural ambassadors who would contribute to promoting the image of Vietnam to the world.
Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Krzysztof Gawkowski talks with students of Hanoi College of Tourism.
At the end of the visit, Director Lê Xuân Kiêu presented a commemorative publication about Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám to Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski as a symbol of friendship and cultural cooperation between Vietnam and Poland. Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski also graciously offered a souvenir gift to Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám.
The Deputy Prime Minister expressed his joy and deep emotion in experiencing Vietnam’s exceptional heritage site, affirming that the visit would be a memorable milestone in strengthening the cooperative relations between the two nations.
