Located on the bank of the Perfume River, Hue is the capital of Thua Thien Hue province in Central Vietnam. It is 700 kilometers south of Hanoi and 1,100 kilometers north of Ho Chi Minh City. Hue is also only a few miles from the sea.
Not until 1945 was Hue the national capital, the political, cultural, and religious center of Vietnam under the control of the Nguyen Dynasty. Hue is most well-known for its historic values, and it has been recognized as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Highlights:
- Visit the majestic Khai Dinh Tomb
- Visit the former royal capital of Hue from 1802 to 1945, including the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Emperor's private residence
- Visit Thien Mu Heavenly Lady Pagoda.