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Top Hue Tourist Attractions that will definitely amaze you

November 16, 2017 0 Comments

Top Hue Tourist Attractions that will definitely amaze you


Hue Vietnam is a promising destination for travelling. Find best Hue attractions for your trip with https://www.hellovietnam.com/
Hue Girls in “Ao Dai” - helloVietnam
Hue Girls in “Ao Dai”

Nestled on the bank of Perfume River (Huong River), the city of Hue is well-known for its peaceful atmosphere and poetic landscapes. Hue is also the citadel of Vietnam under Nguyen Dynasty and home to plenty of marvelous historic monuments. The complex of Hue monuments and Hue Imperial Court Music have been recognised as UNESCO World Heritages. In 2017, Hue was ranked second among the top seven tourism destinations in Vietnam. Hue Tourist Attractions are perfect for those who want to see both the beautiful landscapes and the high-valued culture of Central Vietnam. The following article will list out some Hue Attractions that travelers should not miss when having a trip to Hue.
Truong Tien Bridge - helloVietnam
Truong Tien Bridge

1. The Imperial Citadel of Hue, Vietnam

Visiting the Imperial Citadel is a “must” among things to do in Hue Vietnam. It is a complex monument built during the 19th century. The Citadel of Hue is actually a walled fortress and palace with impressive architecture. The construction of the massive monument involved more than a thousand of workers and huge volume of burden workload. With a well-preserved architecture, that site was made a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage in 2003 and has attracted a large amount of tourists since then.
Forbidden City, Hue Vietnam - helloVIetnam
Forbidden City, Hue Vietnam

Hue Imperial City contains of two main parts: the Citadel and the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City is where the emperors and loyal families lived and worked whereas the Citadel is to protect it.
Another worth-visiting place is the complex of Emperor Tombs, including Gia Long Tomb, Minh Mang Tomb, Khai Dinh Tomb, and Tu Duc Tomb. Each tomb represents different viewpoints of Nguyen Emperors.

Khai Dinh Tomb - helloVietnam
Khai Dinh Tomb

When visiting these places, not only can travelers see the masterpiece of Eastern Art but also have a chance to learn about the history and culture of ancient Vietnam.

2. Thien Mu Pagoda

As a religious center of Central Vietnam, Hue has a lot of temples and pagodas. The most famous among them is Thien Mu Pagoda on the Northern bank of the Perfume River. Its alluring beauty is a huge attraction to visitors.

Thien Mu Pagoda from above - helloVietnam
Thien Mu Pagoda from above

Located at the foot of Ha Khe Hill, Thien Mu Pagoda (Linh Mu Pagoda) is just about 5km from the city center of Hue. Built in the 17th century, it is considered the oldest pagoda in Thua Thien Hue province. Though having been restored many times, the pagoda still remains its ancient look. There are some notable architectural works such as Phuoc Duyen Tower, Dai Hung Shrine, and Dia Tang Shrine. Visiting Thien Mu Pagoda, travelers will enjoy the pure and majestic space which cannot be seen in bustling cities.
Hue Imperial Court Music - helloVietnam
Hue Imperial Court Music

Not only is Thien Mu Pagoda a spiritual place but it is also famous for its fascinating landscape. Travelers can take a dragon boat tour along the Perfume River to the temple, listen to Hue Imperial Court Music and watch the sheer beauty of Thien Mu Pagoda by night. 

3. Dong Ba Market

To experience the authentic “Hue”, come to Dong Ba Market. It is the biggest market of Thua Thien Hue and adjacent regions. Though it is simply a commercial center, Dong Ba Market is among the most attractive Hue Tourist Attractions.
Dong Ba Market, Hue - helloVietnam
Dong Ba Market, Hue

The architecture of Dong Ba Market has nothing much to notice, but the atmosphere is what tourists are looking for. You can experience the daily pace of the market and Vietnamese traders there. Dong Ba Market is also a place where travelers can find wonderful souvenirs at reasonable prices.
Hue Cuisine is another attraction of this city, and Dong Ba Market is where travelers can explore the authentic dishes. You can try some traditional dishes of Hue such as “banh bot loc”, “che Hue”, “me xung”, and “tom chua”. Hue’s food is among the most delicious in Vietnam.

4. Lang Co Beach

After discovering the history and culture of Hue, here comes the time for relaxing. Lang Co Beach of Thua Thien Hue is regarded as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With more than 10 kilometers of coastline, Lang Co has white soft sand-bank and turquoise sea water, which is a huge appeal to travelers. It is wonderful to dive into the cool water there.
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Lang Co Beach

What makes the beach even more attractive is the fact that it is located closely to some sightseeing spots and cultural sites, namely Bach Ma National Park, Hue Imperial City, and Da Nang. It is a perfect stop during your travel.
It will take a long time to explore the whole city of Hue. These Hue tourist attractions above are of the must-visit places no matter how long your trip is. visit this website https://www.hellovietnam.com/ for more travel info.

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