Referring to Hue, we think of many ancient architectural works and natural scenes with poetic and charming features in the relaxed and quiet space of the old ancient capital. What are you waiting for without immediately recording a series of attractive tourist destinations in Hue and hitting the road!
17 attractive tourist attractions in Hue about the land of the old capital
Hue Citadel
Address: Phu Hau, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue
Located right on the banks of the romantic Perfume River, Hue Citadel is a complex of cultural relics recognized as a world cultural relic. The complex of Hue Citadel includes the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden City, surrounded by the Citadel area.
Ngo Mon Gate – The main door of the Imperial Citadel (Photo: Collectibles)
Visiting the complex of Hue Citadel relic, a tourist attraction in Hue, you will admire the magnificent palaces, monuments and temples bearing the bold architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty. Not only do you have the opportunity to learn more about history, you are also spoiled for taking photos in this unique architectural space.
The ancient architecture made from ironwood is still intact and has never been lost by time. Photo: @ngocmaii25
More specifically, recently, Hue Citadel has officially opened to visitors at night from 19 to 22, and this is an opportunity for you to “own” beautiful photos with brilliant, shimmering buildings. light spirit.
The Imperial Citadel of Hue is majestic and noble. Photo: @letrang248
You can immediately book hotels near the Citadel area for your travel convenience.
See also: 5 things you must know when exploring Hue Citadel
Hue mausoleums
During the Nguyen Dynasty, there were 13 kings, but only 7 mausoleums were built. Each mausoleum area was chosen by the king himself for the location and architecture, so each mausoleum here has its own architectural features with sophisticated and unique carvings. The most unique must mention the Tomb of Tu Duc, Tomb of Minh Mang and Tomb of Khai Dinh.
Tomb of Tu Duc
Located in a narrow valley in Duong Xuan Thuong village, Cu Chanh canton, Tu Duc Tomb (also known as Khiem Lang) is probably the most beautiful mausoleum among the mausoleums of the Nguyen kings because of the harmony between the natural scenery “charming water” and immense architectural space. Surrounded by a tub of green trees and located near a large lake, Tu Duc Tomb appears with ancient features and sophisticated architecture immersed in poetic nature and strangely peaceful space.
Tu Duc Tomb is peaceful and poetic. Photo: @cuadernosdeviajebea2
Impressive unique ancient architecture at Tu Duc Tomb. Photo: @travel_buddy206
Minh Mang tomb
Tomb of Minh Mang is a mausoleum that is hard for visitors to ignore with static lines in architecture that are harmoniously combined with the space of painting and poetry and the natural scenery of flowers and leaves full of lyrical, somewhat. show the majestic, strict but equally romantic personality of the king.
Tomb of Minh Mang in an autumn afternoon. Photo: @duong_tuan
Khai Dinh mausoleum
Built on Chau Chu mountain, Khai Dinh Tomb is the resting place of the 12th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty. Although smaller in size than the mausoleum of the previous kings, Khai Dinh Tomb was built in an extremely elaborate and sophisticated way for up to 10 years.
Khai Dinh Tomb is the only mausoleum work with the architecture of interference between East and West cultures. That is reflected in the splendid bas-reliefs meticulously assembled with crockery and glass, tea trays, crowns, and modern decorative items at that time such as tennis rackets, oil lamps, etc. …
The luxury and splendor inside Thien Dinh Palace of Khai Dinh Tomb (Photo: Collectibles)
Khai Dinh mausoleum. Photo: @tiembanhmia
Thien Mu Pagoda
Located on Ha Khe hill, on the left bank of the Perfume River, Thien Mu Pagoda appears in the midst of a poetic and lyrical natural space and is the inspiration for many works of poetry and music.
From afar stands the towering Phuoc Duyen tower, as a symbol that anyone will remember when coming to this ancient capital city. Going to Thien Mu Pagoda, listening to the pagoda’s echoing sound in your ears and in the poetic natural scenery, you will find your heart lighter and more relaxed before the chaos of life.
It is often said that if you love each other and go to Thien Mu pagoda together, you will break up… Photo: @letgovietnam
Sunset on the river Thien Mu pagoda. Photo: @meoluoicuon
Huong river
As a symbol and also the pride of the people of Hue, the Perfume River is as gentle as a long, soft silk strip in the middle of the dreamy land of Kinh Ky. Perfume River is jade green, clear as if reflecting the poetic city scene under the calm water and sparkling in the sunlight. Many artists, while on a cruise to admire the peaceful Huong Giang and listen to traditional Hue folk songs here, have found abundant inspiration to compose immortal poems.
Perfume River flows, boats drift..
Enjoy the view of the Perfume River on the boat. Photo: @thaoquyetlinh
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