Hue

The 7-story Thien Mu Pagoda stands prominently on the banks of the Perfume River in Hue, Vietnam. Nestled among the buildings of a Buddhist monastery, the pagoda has a rich […]

Constructed in 1804 for the Gia Long Emperor, the Hue Citadel (Dai Noi) stands as a formidable and historic site in Hue, Vietnam. Encircled by a 68-foot (21-meter) defensive wall, […]

Khai Dinh Tomb, located in Chau Chu village south of Hue, is a striking example of early 20th-century architecture. Constructed over 11 years, longer than the reign of Emperor Khai […]

Tam Giang Lagoon, the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia, stretches for 15 miles (24 kilometers) north of Hue, Vietnam. Nestled between the mountains to the west and the South China […]

Nestled just north of the imperial city of Hue, Quang Dien District offers a glimpse into rural Vietnamese life. Surrounded by the Sia and Bo rivers, the Tam Giang Lagoon, […]

Contributing to Hue’s imperial heritage, the Minh Mang Tomb is a 19th-century mausoleum nestled in the lush landscapes of central Vietnam. Located 7 miles (12 kilometers) outside of Hue on […]

The ornate, covered Thanh Toan Bridge, known locally as Cau Ngoi, gracefully spans a canal in the rural village of Thuy Thanh, approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) from Hue. Constructed […]

The Tomb of Tu Duc, located in Hue, Vietnam, is a complex of 50 structures built over nearly three years for the fourth emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty. At the […]

Dong Ba Market, also known as Cho Dong Ba, stands as the oldest market in Hue, Vietnam, with a history tracing back to 1887. This bustling, two-story structure is a […]

Thai Hoa Palace, located in Hue, Vietnam, was once the site of imperial receptions and ceremonies, dating back to 1805. The palace is distinguished by its lacquered columns, which add […]

Noon Gate, also known as Cua Ngo Mon, stands as one of the most recognizable entrances to the UNESCO-listed Hue Citadel (Da Noi) in Vietnam. This gate, one of five […]

The Forbidden Purple City (Tu Cam Thanh), located in Hue, Vietnam, was once the magnificent centerpiece of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Imperial City. Built in the 19th century and inspired […]

The Perfume River, also known as Song Huong River, earned its name from the fragrant blooms that line its banks in autumn. Located in Hue, Vietnam, the river offers a […]

An Dinh Palace in Hue, Vietnam, served as the residence of the country’s last king until his deposition in 1945. The palace, a UNESCO-listed site, blends Asian and European architectural […]

Rising 37 meters (120 feet) above the UNESCO-listed Hue Citadel (Da Noi), the Flag Tower (Kỳ Đài) stands as a prominent landmark in Vietnam, claiming the title of the country’s […]

Part of Hue’s UNESCO-listed Imperial City, the Nine Dynastic Urns are bronze and elaborately decorated, each representing a different Nguyen emperor. These urns, adorned with classic Vietnamese motifs such as […]

Bach Ma National Park, located in Vietnam near Hue, centers around the towering Bach Ma, or White Horse Mountain, which stands at 4,757 feet (1,450 meters). The park’s monsoon forests […]

Nestled within the Hue Citadel, the Royal Antiquities Museum occupies the historic Long An Palace, a former residence of Vietnamese royalty. The museum’s extensive collection showcases the opulence of the […]

Built in the mid-19th century, Dieu De Pagoda is one of Hue’s many Buddhist temples, located on the tree-lined Dong Ba Canal. This serene spot provides a tranquil escape from […]

The Ho Chi Minh Museum, located in Hue, Vietnam, pays tribute to the country’s revolutionary leader who fought against foreign powers. The museum houses a series of exhibits that trace […]

Commissioned in 1670, Bao Quoc Pagoda (Chua Bao Quoc) stands as the oldest temple in Hue, a testament to the Nguyen Dynasty’s enduring legacy. The stained and moss-covered stone gate […]

Tinh Tam Lake, a serene manmade body of water from the 19th century, lies just north of the walled Imperial City in Hue. Once part of the royal grounds, the […]