Category: Destinations

🐘 The Royal Arena (Ho Quyen) – Echoes of Imperial Power and Prestige 🐅 📍 Location: About 4km southwest of central Hue🕰️ Opening Hours: Daily, dawn to dusk💸 Admission: Free🧭 Directions: From Hue, take Bui Thi Xuan Street along the southern bank of the Perfume River, heading through Phuong Duc—a village renowned for its traditional […]

🏞️ Hon Chen Temple – Sacred Hillside Sanctuary by the Perfume River 🌿 📍 Location: 9km southwest of Hue, accessible only via the river🕗 Opening Hours: Daily, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Entrance Fee: Required🚤 How to Get There: Reach by dragon boat tour or take a sampan from the ferry station directly across the […]

🏛️ Van Mieu Pagoda (Temple of Literature) – A Tribute to Confucian Wisdom 📜 📍 Location: Approximately 1km west of Thien Mu Pagoda and 4km from Hue city center🕰️ Opening Hours: Daily, from dawn to dusk🎟️ Entrance Fee: Free🛵 How to Get There: Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) from central Hue – expect to pay around […]

🛕 Thien Mu Pagoda – The Iconic Spiritual Landmark of Hue 🌅 📍 Location: 3km west of the Citadel, Hue🕰️ Opening Hours: Dawn to dusk🎟️ Entry Fee: Free🚴 Best Access: By bicycle 🚲, motorbike taxi (xe ôm 🛵 – agree on a round-trip fare including waiting time), or as part of a scenic Perfume River […]

🌿 Discover Hue’s Timeless Garden Houses in Kim Long Village 🏡🍃 Nestled on the north bank of the Perfume River, just southwest of Hue’s ancient Citadel, lies Kim Long Village – a peaceful haven of quiet alleys, tree-lined canals, and timeless charm. In the late 19th century, this area became a residential enclave for mandarins […]

🚴‍♂️ Exploring the Western Bank of the Perfume River – Hidden Gems Near Hue 🌿🏯 Venture westward along the north bank of the Perfume River, just beyond Hue’s Citadel, and you’ll find a string of cultural and historical treasures waiting to be discovered. From ancient pagodas to peaceful garden homes, this area offers a peaceful […]

🚤 Boat Trips on the Perfume River – Discover Hue from the Water 🌅 Despite ongoing efforts by the government to relocate boat-dwelling families, many locals still call the Perfume River and its connecting canals like Dong Ba and Phu Cam home. For visitors, a boat trip offers a serene and immersive way to experience […]

🌿 Explore the Enchanting Surroundings of Hue 🌿 While the Nguyen emperors spent most of their lives within the ancient walls of Hue’s Imperial Citadel, they occasionally ventured out to perform significant royal rituals at various sacred sites scattered around the city. Today, these historical spots offer a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam’s imperial past, even […]