Vietnam North Central Coast Hue

The perfect blend of modern features with ancient traits, Hue boasts world-renowned historic sites, rich culture, and great cuisine.

Dating to the early 19C, this colorful fortified citadel encompasses the Imperial City, the former residence of the emperor.

Made up of about 50 buildings, the construction of this massive beautiful mausoleum was directed by King Tu Duc himself.

This ornate tomb took 11 years to build and features a unique combination of Western and Vietnamese architecture and design.

Get to know the Imperial City, taking in its traditional charm, and enjoying its old-time atmosphere.

Dedicated to the cult of the Nguyen Emperors, this restored 19C temple features elaborate statues, urns, and colorful details.

The room in which 13 emperor sat to receive guests and host ceremonies, this stunning room is lavishly decorated in red and gold.

Save your souvenir shopping for this amazing market, buzzing with life, and home to numerous stalls selling all kinds of products.

Located in the An Dinh Palace, this excellent museum houses ceramics, paintings, furniture, silverware, porcelain and royal clothing.

Dating to the 17C, this ornate pagoda is dedicated to several significant gods including Buddha, Von Thu, and Pho Hein.

Hue's largest temple remains almost entirely off the tourist radar, offering superb tranquility throughout its expansive grounds.

Set in a magical forest, visitors to this 19C pagoda can meet the 70 monks who reside there and listen to their melodic chanting.

Almost totally destroyed during the wars, the Forbidden City was only open to the emperor, servants, and concubines.

The river is famed for its intoxicating perfume-like scent during the autumn, caused by flowers falling from an upriver orchards.

A massive sculpture of three flat pyramids on top of one another, the iconic 19C flag tower is a major Hue landmark.