The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Viet Nam capital city by Gia Long, the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for thirteen Nguyen kings until 1945.

The massive complex features hundreds of monuments, such as the Forbidden Purple City (once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the Vietnam War), the Imperial City, royal tombs, the flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and museum.

Hue, located on the banks of the Huong River, (also known as the Perfume River) is about a hundred kilometres north of Da Nang. Among the most impressive monuments in this former grand imperial capital are the Ngo Mon Gate of the Imperial City which once was exclusively used by the royal family and their servants and soldiers, the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang as well as the tomb of Emperor Tu DuC. In fact, many of the monuments surrounding the royal including scientific between lung recognized botanical river attractions protected as buildings were constructed in the early 19th century and were modeled after Beijing's Forbidden City. The wall that surroundings the citadel is six metres high and two and a half kilometres long.

The historical complex is known not only for its rich architecture but also for its beautiful landscape setting. Overall, the site is quite spectacular. Avoid Hue between October and December as it gets most of its rain from the northeast monsoon during that period. This small city is also famous for its Imperial-style cuisine.

The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Viet Nam capital city by Gia Long, the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for thirteen Nguyen kings until 1945.

The massive complex features hundreds of monuments, such as the Forbidden Purple City (once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the Vietnam War), the Imperial City, royal tombs, the flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and museum.

Hue, located on the banks of the Huong River, (also known as the Perfume River) is about a hundred kilometres north of Da Nang. Among the most impressive monuments in this former grand imperial capital are the Ngo Mon Gate of the Imperial City which once was exclusively used by the royal family and their servants and soldiers, the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang as well as the tomb of Emperor Tu DuC. In fact, many of the monuments surrounding the royal including scientific between lung recognized botanical river attractions protected as buildings were constructed in the early 19th century and were modeled after Beijing's Forbidden City. The wall that surroundings the citadel is six metres high and two and a half kilometres long.

The historical complex is known not only for its rich architecture but also for its beautiful landscape setting. Overall, the site is quite spectacular. Avoid Hue between October and December as it gets most of its rain from the northeast monsoon during that period. This small city is also famous for its Imperial-style cuisine.

The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Viet Nam capital city by Gia Long, the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for thirteen Nguyen kings until 1945.

The massive complex features hundreds of monuments, such as the Forbidden Purple City (once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the Vietnam War), the Imperial City, royal tombs, the flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and museum.

Hue, located on the banks of the Huong River, (also known as the Perfume River) is about a hundred kilometres north of Da Nang. Among the most impressive monuments in this former grand imperial capital are the Ngo Mon Gate of the Imperial City which once was exclusively used by the royal family and their servants and soldiers, the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang as well as the tomb of Emperor Tu DuC. In fact, many of the monuments surrounding the royal including scientific between lung recognized botanical river attractions protected as buildings were constructed in the early 19th century and were modeled after Beijing's Forbidden City. The wall that surroundings the citadel is six metres high and two and a half kilometres long.

The historical complex is known not only for its rich architecture but also for its beautiful landscape setting. Overall, the site is quite spectacular. Avoid Hue between October and December as it gets most of its rain from the northeast monsoon during that period. This small city is also famous for its Imperial-style cuisine.

The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Viet Nam capital city by Gia Long, the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for thirteen Nguyen kings until 1945.

The massive complex features hundreds of monuments, such as the Forbidden Purple City (once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the Vietnam War), the Imperial City, royal tombs, the flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and museum.

Hue, located on the banks of the Huong River, (also known as the Perfume River) is about a hundred kilometres north of Da Nang. Among the most impressive monuments in this former grand imperial capital are the Ngo Mon Gate of the Imperial City which once was exclusively used by the royal family and their servants and soldiers, the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang as well as the tomb of Emperor Tu DuC. In fact, many of the monuments surrounding the royal including scientific between lung recognized botanical river attractions protected as buildings were constructed in the early 19th century and were modeled after Beijing's Forbidden City. The wall that surroundings the citadel is six metres high and two and a half kilometres long.

The historical complex is known not only for its rich architecture but also for its beautiful landscape setting. Overall, the site is quite spectacular. Avoid Hue between October and December as it gets most of its rain from the northeast monsoon during that period. This small city is also famous for its Imperial-style cuisine.

Hue Festival: A Revival of the Past Folk Life

In every Hue Festival, the city seeks to encourage the celebration of these traditional practices and customs, by holding a lot of events to revive and enliven these invisible and intangible values. It's not only a performance or a revival but a reminder of how people have lived, worked and enjoyed life, as well.

Kite-flying Festival

During one week of the biannual festival. Hue's sky is beautifully colorized by gently flying objects called kite. Kite-flying is a popular activity among children in Viet Nam, with kites ofvarious colors and shapes. Throughout the sunny and windy summer days, it's easy to catch the sight of Ngo Mon Square becoming the kite-flying land. Tourists will surely be fascinated by special kites of artisans such as a 100m dragon kite, or flying a kite themselves.

Phuoc Tich Village

Phuoc Tich Village is a big astonishment to experts. There are 27 old houses that have survived rain, harsh sunshine, poverty and historical changes. The museum of ”ruong" houses (typically Vietnamese house architecture), in addition to its historical and architectural values, is also an address to learn how life in the
countryside used to be.

If Hoi An was a commercial port town in the early 16 th century. Phuoc Tich is a perfect model of a village in Northern Central Vietnam, composed of communal houses, pagodas, temples, clans' altar houses, village wells, century-old trees and gardens.

Hue Festival: A Revival of the Past Folk Life

In every Hue Festival, the city seeks to encourage the celebration of these traditional practices and customs, by holding a lot of events to revive and enliven these invisible and intangible values. It's not only a performance or a revival but a reminder of how people have lived, worked and enjoyed life, as well.

Kite-flying Festival

During one week of the biannual festival. Hue's sky is beautifully colorized by gently flying objects called kite. Kite-flying is a popular activity among children in Viet Nam, with kites ofvarious colors and shapes. Throughout the sunny and windy summer days, it's easy to catch the sight of Ngo Mon Square becoming the kite-flying land. Tourists will surely be fascinated by special kites of artisans such as a 100m dragon kite, or flying a kite themselves.

Phuoc Tich Village

Phuoc Tich Village is a big astonishment to experts. There are 27 old houses that have survived rain, harsh sunshine, poverty and historical changes. The museum of ”ruong" houses (typically Vietnamese house architecture), in addition to its historical and architectural values, is also an address to learn how life in the
countryside used to be.

If Hoi An was a commercial port town in the early 16 th century. Phuoc Tich is a perfect model of a village in Northern Central Vietnam, composed of communal houses, pagodas, temples, clans' altar houses, village wells, century-old trees and gardens.

Ha Long Bay: one of the greatest natural wonders of the world

There is a saying that if you have not visited Ha Long Bay, you have not yet been to Viet Nam. On the other hand, we can say that if you have not visited Ha Long Bay, you have not yet seen the most beautiful place in the world. It takes us around 4 hours by bus to travel 180 km from Ha Not towards the northeast to Ha Long Bay. Ha Long Bay has been twice recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1994 and in 2000, and also that Ha Long Bay is in the second place in the worldwide competition of the World's Seven Natural Wonders. 1,969 limestone islands of various shapes, sizes, and in different green and amazing colours rise above the sea level in an area of more than 1,500 square kilometers that creates this world heritage site Ha Long Bay still keeps its historical and cultural values.

Ha Long Bay is as attractive and beautiful throughout the four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Traveling on small sailboats among hundreds of limestone islands, one may visit the amazing Surprise Cave, the floating fishing village, and see how the locals live, which are top of the list of things to do here. On Titov Island, one may swim and relax on the beach or enjoy a kayaking programme to the nearby Luon Cave and much more.

The experience of visiting Ha Long Bay is unforgettable, where you will see something that will stay in your mind and eyes for years. You will enjoy meeting Vietnamese people and tasting their delicious food. You will have fresh air all day and night, especially if you wake up early in the morning and watch the sun rise on the deck coming slowly through the islands. Be sure not to miss visiting Ha Long Bay in your lifetime.