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Overindulgence in food
When mentioning Hue, cuisine plays a significant role in shaping the reputation of this ancient city. From the flavorful bowls of Hue-style beef noodle soup, rice with tiny clams, to delicacies like water fern cake, rice pancake with shrimp and pork, Hue's cuisine is diverse and captivating.
Indulge in the rich flavors of Hue-style beef noodle soup.
Hue boasts thousands of diverse dishes. If you're not a food enthusiast and don't have much time to explore Hue's culinary paradise, it's best to skip this destination.
Avoiding sweet treats
With just the word 'che,' you'll find yourself counting and recounting the myriad varieties of sweet soups in Hue, from mung bean sweet soup, purple sweet potato sweet soup, lotus seed sweet soup, corn sweet soup, assorted sweet soup... and the unparalleled specialty, crispy pork-filled tapioca dumpling sweet soup.
Famous Sweet Soup Alley.
In Hue's 'sweet soup' scene, certain spots have become iconic, like Sweet Soup Alley, Temple Sweet Soup, and Mr. Lac's Sweet Soup... These eateries offer a dazzling array of sweet soups, enticing to the eye. If you're not fond of sweets, you'll miss out on something quintessentially Hue.
Too many destinations
Throughout time and the twists of history, Hue has preserved its image as an ancient capital adorned with hundreds of architectural marvels and artistic structures. Moreover, its natural landscapes leave indelible impressions on every visitor.
Explore the Hue Imperial City.
Exploring the royal tombs, imperial citadel, and discovering natural landscapes like Rú Chá, Tam Giang estuary, Thuận An beach, Chuồn lagoon will consume a considerable amount of your time. Therefore, ensuring you don't miss out on Huế's stunning 'check-in' spots demands ample time investment.
Tiring photo sessions
To put it mildly, a mere lift of your phone in Huế will yield stunning photographs.
Scenic photo corners.
Historical relics, pagodas, and the diverse natural landscapes with various angles will provide you with countless meticulously crafted photographs. If you're passionate about photography, be prepared for tired hands and drained phone batteries capturing the essence of Huế.
Vast historical knowledge
Each historical site in the ancient capital of Huế holds its own unique story. The Imperial City alone has countless tales recounting the lives of emperors and the enigmatic inner chambers that leave us in awe.
Thien Mu Pagoda viewed from across the Perfume River.
Visiting Thien Mu Pagoda, taking in the scenery, immersing oneself amidst the hustle and bustle of life, you will gradually unravel the initial journey of Lord Nguyen Hoang in the southern land...
Alongside the cuisine and landscapes, you'll also spend a significant amount of time absorbing the rich historical narratives of this land.
Slow-paced lifestyle
Huế offers a stark contrast to the glamorous hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City; life here unfolds slowly, deeply, and gracefully.
The leisurely lifestyle of Huế is akin to the slow-paced pedicabs gently traversing the streets. Immersing yourself in this rhythm, your soul seems to find serenity, having time to live slowly, forgetting the daily struggles of life.
Encountering greenery on the streets
Huế is a city with lush greenery lining its streets. In 2016, it became the first city in Vietnam to be honored by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) as a 'national green city.'
Lush greenery system.
In recent years, Huế has gained recognition for its cleaner environment as the local authorities implement the 'Green Sunday' movement, focusing on cleaning up litter and planting trees.
Huế boasts some of the most beautiful streets in Vietnam, such as Lê Lợi Street and 23/8 Street... The rows of trees lining the streets intertwine to create cool shade for pedestrians, crafting picturesque scenes. Once you visit this city, you'll be captivated.
Overly friendly Huế locals
When visiting this region, the people of Huế are incredibly warm and welcoming. They'll eagerly guide you to interesting places to visit and help you discover many hidden gems. Spending days here feels effortlessly comfortable, living like a true Huế local.
Thanh Tien Paper Flower Village.
Getting lost in the ancient gate system
The Imperial City of Huế boasts a total of 11 land gates and 2 water gates. To enter the Huế Imperial Citadel, you'll pass through majestic gates imbued with the essence of time.
Witnessing these gates, you'll likely be mesmerized by their beauty. Moreover, entering through one gate and exiting through another will compel your mind to imagine and memorize the journey.
Diverse souvenir options
Exploring Huế is a delight, offering you numerous experiences and intriguing emotions.
Fruit cakes.
As you bid farewell to Huế, preparing gifts for your loved ones, friends, you'll find yourself overwhelmed with choices. Huế offers a variety of gift options, from sesame candy, royal tea to conical hats, and traditional ao dai dresses...
