Vietnam Destination
Hue travel
Located on the country’s central
coast in Thua Thien Hue province , the area has
variety of sites of outstanding nature beauty.
The average temperature is about 25 degrees. The
area is also notorious for its torrential rain,
which can pour unabated for a week. The beauty
of the area led it to be chosen as the capital
by the kings of the Nguyen dynasty. It was
recently recognised as a Unesco world heritage
site. Hue also features a unique cuisine,
combining dishes associated with the former
imperial court with everyday street food, much
of fairly spicy. The city is also noted for the
quality of its embroidery, particularly on the
traditional ao dai-a favourite sovernir for
visitors to take home.
Thien
Mu Pagoda
Seven km west of the city centre, this pagoda
was built in the 14th century in honour of a
red-robed goddess.
Ancient Citadel
The fisrt king of the Nguyen Dynasty, Gia
Long,began construction of the complex in 1805.
The present citadel , including the Forbidden
City, occupies an area of 5.2sq km on the north
bank of the Perfume river.
Around
Hue
Bach
Ma National Pack
Bach Ma , known
as the Dalat of central Vietnam, is 50km south
of Hue. The pack covers 220sq km and it home to
many rare plants and animals. Pick up a guide at
the visitors centre: entrance cost $2 and guide
can be hired for $12 a day.
Lang
Co Beach
70km south of the city. Go by taxi or get a bus
from An Cuu bus station
Canh Duong
Beach
60km from Hue, this crescent shaped 8km is the
most beautyful in the region. Its sand is white
and soft and there is usually a mild breeze,
making it a favourite spot for windsurfing and
sailing
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