Hue the Authentic Royal
Treats of Vietnam
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| Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue |
Hue Old City is still alive. It is the residents of Hue people to this day. Apart from the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, we should be exposed to the former capital in other aspects.
Places of Interest
Thien Mu Pagoda
Perfume River
Hue Old City
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)
Activities
Food hunting
Traditional performances
Handicraft product
shopping
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| Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue |
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| Worship Altar, Thienmu Pagoda, Hue |
Thien Mu Pagoda
Mahayan Buddhist temple that
serves as a symbol of Hue also has historical significance. The temple is
located on a hill next to the beautiful Perfume River located just 4km from Hue
City.
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| Dragon Boat, Perfume River |
Perfume River
The main river flowing
through the city, divide area to the Old City and New City. Dragon Boat cruise
along the river is a popular activity for tourists. To visit the Royal Tombs
can go by boat as well.
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| Capital Citadel Gate to Hue Old City |
Hue Old City
Hue Capital Citadel now is
the old city part, there are housing, markets, shops, with in ancient city
walls while forts and moats surrounding the outer layer are in good condition.
Rent a bike and then spin
it around town. Although most of the houses are contemporary not the ancient, but
they still own Vietnamese characteristic. In addition, you can enjoy Hue street
food along roadsides in the old city as well.
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)
Demilitarized Zone between
North Vietnam and South Vietnam border during Vietnam War, the hard fighting
occurred around this area. DMZ is away from Hue City to the north. Dong Ha is
the major town. Historic places such as Ben Hai River and Vinh Moc Tunnel.
Visiting takes a full day from morning to evening by group tour or private tour
from Hue.
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| Dong Ba Market, Hue City Centre |
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| Martial Art Performance, Hue |
Food hunting
Hue cuisine is highly
regarded in the food taste, neat and meticulous. It is since Emperor Gia Long
the first king wants to make Hue as the capital along with the high culture of
cooking and dining. I have had the opportunity to eat delicious Hue cuisine,
and no doubt that Hue food culture is one of the intangible Vietnamese
heritages, which visitors should not miss.
Traditional performances
The traditional
performance is one that you should watch. In Hue Day Tour, I saw Vo Kinh Van An
Martial Art presentation, it is an exciting fight, and the actors have trained
hard. Unfortunately, I did not watch the show in a court of Imperial City.
Handicraft product
shopping
In addition to local
products and works of art such as Sesame Cracker, incense, lanterns and
paintings offering in handicraft villages and galleries, you may visit Dong Da
Market on the bank of Perfume River, Hue Old City. Vibrant and colorful place
sell products in everyday life and fresh produces.
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