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Exploring Hue and visiting the fascinating stopovers below, travelers will be amazed by the pristine and peaceful beauty of the Hue land.
Embark on a journey to explore 10 stunning stopovers in Hue
Hai Van Pass
Also known as the Cloud Pass or the Ai Van Pass, rising 500 meters above sea level and stretching 20 kilometers through the Bach Ma mountain range, the Hai Van Pass is part of the Truong Son mountain range that runs along the coastline. Despite the existence of a tunnel, many travelers still prefer this scenic route for its breathtaking views. On clear days, visitors can catch glimpses of Da Nang city, Tien Sa port, Son Tra peninsula, Cham Island, and the vast stretches of golden sandy beaches embracing the azure sea.
Lang Co Bay
With the rugged terrain of the mountains and the bustling life of the coastal area with bustling boats passing by, Lang Co Bay truly captivates travelers as soon as they set foot due to its irresistible beauty. Here, you will be overwhelmed by the image of the emerald green beach, the gentle golden sand, the prominent red-tiled roofs amidst the thin mist, the bobbing fishing boats along with the sound of waves crashing against the rocks, all creating an incredibly impressive and charming scene.
Lap An Lagoon
Located about 70 kilometers south of Hue, at the foot of Hai Van Pass, nature has bestowed Lap An Lagoon with a winding road that runs around the lagoon like a soft silk strip. Here, there is a seafood species dubbed as the 'specialty', the 'jewel of the sky'... it's oysters. No one knows since when the locals here have been using broken rubber tires to catch oysters. Lap An Lagoon is most beautiful in the late afternoons, mesmerizing many travelers, and if one doesn't hurry to take a picture, everyone wishes to admire and capture many exquisite moments of nature's creation.
Truc Lam Bach Ma Zen Monastery
Truc Lam Bach Ma Zen Monastery is surrounded by Truoi Lake, perched on Linh Son mountain, in Loc Hoa commune, Phu Loc district. Located about 10km from National Highway 1A, 35km from Hue city, and 65km from Da Nang city, making it very convenient for travelers to visit. It is known as a charming tourist spot attracting a large number of visitors.
At Truoi Lake dam, to reach the Zen Monastery, travelers take about 15 minutes by boat across Truoi Lake. Casting your eyes around, you will see the white clouds drifting beneath the clear water; admire the statue of Buddha Shakyamuni meditating on the hill in front of the temple amidst the 24-meter-high lake, weighing 1,500 tons made of stone.
Perfume River and Mount Ngu
As one of the symbols of Hue, the Perfume River and Mount Ngu are likened to inseparable lovers, always present together. When mentioning these two places, one often thinks of a romantic, poetic image with the winding river among the mountains, hills, and slow gliding through the fresh green villages, shaded by trees like Vị Dạ, and Ðông Ba,...
Imperial City of Hue
When it comes to Hue, one immediately thinks of the Imperial City of Hue, one of the top tourist destinations in Hue when setting foot in the ancient capital. It is also considered an ideal photography spot in Hue. Standing at any position in the Imperial City - Hue, tourists all have beautiful, traditional pictures with ao dai costumes.
Thuan An Beach
Thuan An Beach with its gentle, cool waves is where the Perfume River flows into Tam Giang and then out to the East Sea. When traveling to Thuan An Beach, besides enjoying oneself in the clear, cool water, tourists can also rent tents, camp right on the beach to walk along the coast at night, admire the peaceful space, and the serene beauty of the sea. At the same time, savoring the delicious taste of seafood dishes emanating from the red-hot charcoal stoves will make your trip more enjoyable.
Tam Giang Lagoon
Famous as the largest brackish lagoon in Southeast Asia, about 12 km from Hue city, Tam Giang Lagoon spans across Phong Dien, Quang Dien, and Huong Tra districts, carrying within its pristine and tranquil beauty that leaves everyone who comes here in awe. Visitors to Tam Giang Lagoon never want to miss the sunrise, as at this time, on a small boat gliding gently on the lagoon, you will feel immersed in a poetic scene, to feel a beauty that has entered poetry, songs, music, and paintings.
Elephant Spring
From Hue city, heading 60 km south, across Thua Luu district, Loc Tien commune, Phu Loc district, tourists will arrive at Elephant Spring, a stream with many large waterfalls pouring down under a dense primeval forest.
It is named Elephant Spring because there is a rock that looks exactly like an elephant with its trunk drinking water under the waterfall. There is also a lake named Elephant Pond, a natural swimming pool covering an area of about 30 m², over 2 m deep, located between two waterfalls. The cool, clear water of the lake can be seen to the bottom.
Nhi Ho Waterfall
Nhi Ho Waterfall is located in Hoa Mau village, Loc Tri commune (Phu Loc), about 45km south of the center of Hue city, about 4km from National Highway 1A. The waterfall is like a masterpiece of nature with cascading waterfalls flowing down from the mountainside, creating two cool blue lakes side by side.
For quite some time, Nhi Ho has attracted many tourists, especially the young. Travelers come here to escape the heat of summer, immerse themselves in nature, and enjoy the rich local specialties. Especially, the location of Nhi Ho Waterfall is very convenient for tourists to combine visiting other places like Truoi Dam - Elephant Spring - Lang Co.
Source: Compiled by Phong Chau
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourMarch 4th, 2016
