Beguiling and beautiful, the former capital of Vietnam is still revered as a cultural and religious centre, and achieved UNESCO World Heritage status in 1993. The city owes its charm in part to its setting on the Perfume River, but more significantly, to its many ancient temples and palaces – all vestiges of the last remaining Vietnamese dynasty, the Nguyen dynasty.
The 19th century Hue Citadel, otherwise known as The Imperial City, should be high on your ‘to-see' list (you will need a day to get through the entire complex); while scattered along the riverbank are myriad more shrines and stupa, including the Thien Mu Pagoda with its octagonal tower. Bathe in a number of mineral hot springs, take a boat trip along the river, or take a ‘food tour’ of the superb eateries in town.
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THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN HOI AN
Explore the Imperial City (Citadel)
Hue's Imperial City, also known as the Citadel, is a UNESCO World Heritage site on the northern bank of the Perfume River and spans over 500 hectares. You can visit the vast grounds and numerous historical buildings to get a deeper understanding of Vietnam's imperial past.
Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda
The Thien Mu Pagoda is perched gracefully on Ha Khe Hill, overlooking the serene Perfume River, and it is one of the oldest religious structures in the city and also one of the most revered Buddhist sites in Vietnam. The pagoda is an active religious site hosting regular Buddhist ceremonies and festivals.
Cruise Along the Perfume River
Perfume River is a central feature of Hue, named for the fragrant flowers that fall into the water from upriver. The river has served as a major transportation route for goods and people lending to trade and communication. It was also integral to the royal life of the Nguyen Dynasty with palaces, pagodas and royal tombs along its banks.
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Hue | 4 star
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