8 must-visit tourist attractions in Hue

Imperial City of Hue - a space of ancient grandeur and nobility, bearing the profound historical significance of the former imperial capital. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site, the Imperial City of Hue features majestic palaces, temples, and shrines built in ancient architectural styles, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of past feudal dynasties.

The Imperial City of Hue is divided into two main areas:

- The Imperial Citadel: Where royal ceremonies and court rituals of the Nguyen dynasty took place, including landmarks like the Noon Gate (Ngọ Môn) and the Thai Hoa Palace.
- The Forbidden Purple City: Reserved exclusively for the king and the royal family, comprising structures such as the Great Forbidden Purple City Gate, the Left and Right Halls, the Can Chanh Palace, the Thai Binh Lau Pavilion, and the Dien Tho Palace.
Address: 23/8 Street, Thuận Hòa Ward, Huế City
 

Thien Mu Pagoda - the most sacred pagoda in Hue. This pagoda is located on Ha Khe Hill, overlooking the Perfume River, creating a picturesque and poetic scenery around the pagoda, full of tranquility and serenity. Despite more than 400 years of existence, the pagoda still retains its ancient and solemn appearance, worthy of being the foremost ancient temple in the former capital. It has become an iconic destination that every visitor to Hue wants to visit.

Address: An Ninh Thuong Village, Kim Long Ward, Hue City
 

In Hue, there are 7 royal tombs, resting places of the Nguyen dynasty emperors:

- Tomb of Emperor Tu Đuc - Located in Thượng Ba Village, Thuy Xuan Ward.
- Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang - Located on Cam Ke Mountain, An Bang Hamlet, Huong Tho Commune.
- Tomb of Emperor Khai Đinh - Located on Chau Chu Mountain, Thuy Bang Commune, Huong Thuy District.
- Tomb of Emperor Gia Long - Located in Đai Thien Tho Mountain.
- Tomb of Emperor Duc Đuc - Located in Tay Nhat Hamlet, An Cuu Village, An Cuu Ward.
- Tomb of Emperor Thieu Tri - Located in Cu Chanh Village, Thuy Bang Commune, Huong Thuy District.
- Tomb of Emperor Đong Khanh - Located in Thuong Hai Village, Thuy Xuan Ward.

Each of these tombs features unique architecture and sculptures, exquisitely crafted and steeped in artistic significance, intertwined with many interesting and meaningful stories. Positioned at prestigious locations, over time, these sites have acquired an ancient and venerable appearance, adorned with moss and age-old charm.
 

Thuy Tien Lake is located within an abandoned amusement park in Hue, completed in 2004. However, in recent years, the lake area has become a popular check-in spot in Huế, attracting many young people. One of the impressive features of this area is its mysterious and somewhat eerie atmosphere, combined with its untouched natural beauty. The dragon statue in Thuy Tien Lake is the most sought-after check-in point here.

Address: Thiên An Hill, Thuy Bang Commune, Hương Thủy Town, approximately 10km southwest of downtown Hue.
 

The Perfume River has long been a familiar image in poems and songs about the dreamy land of Hue. Its beautiful and romantic scenery has captivated countless travelers, especially when the sun sets, holding the footsteps of visitors even tighter.

Here, you also have the opportunity to enjoy the folk melodies of Huế, sitting on a boat drifting on the Perfume River, admiring the peaceful scenery and listening to the traditional Huế folk songs. It's truly wonderful.

Address: Located to the south in Phu Hoi Ward, and to the north in Phu Hoa Ward, Hue City.
 

Lap An Lagoon, located in Lang Co town, is dubbed the "romantic spot of Hue" with its serene, tranquil, and incredibly picturesque scenery, making it an ideal destination for young people to capture impressive virtual living photos.

With the harmonious landscape of mountains and rivers, the calm waters without a ripple, the scenery is both majestic and pristine, peaceful to a strange extent, giving you a feeling of lightness and extreme relaxation. Remember this location to capture beautiful virtual living corners when visiting Huế.

Address: Adjacent to National Highway 1A, Lang Co town, Phu Loc district, Hue city.
 

Located within the jurisdiction of Lang Co town and near the Hai Van Pass, Lang Co Bay is a famous Hue check-in spot that attracts tourists with its pristine beauty, stunning blue waters, and is hailed as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. The best time to visit the bay is from April to July when the sea is clearest and calmest, with light clouds drifting in the cool weather.

Address: Lang Co town, Phu Loc district, Hue city.
 

Xuan Thuy Perfume Village - a place where the art of making incense has been preserved for 700 years, supplying fragrances to the royal court, mandarins, and the entire population of the region. Despite enduring many changes over time, this Huế incense village continues to be preserved and developed. Through generations, fathers have passed down the craft to their children, creating fragrant incense sticks that serve the spiritual life of both local residents and visitors from other provinces.

Address: Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street, Thuy Xuan Ward, Hue City.

Traveling to Hue is an ideal choice for summer vacations because here you can enjoy a true holiday with numerous sightseeing spots and entertainment options while also having the opportunity to learn about the culture and life of ancestors, the historical crystallization left behind, making your journey more complete and meaningful.

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