Traveling in Hue, Vietnam

Although going on vacation to Vietnam would have been unthinkable even a few years ago, things have changed enough to make it a great option for a unique and affordable foreign trip. Traveling in Vietnam can be fun and educational.

There are many interesting places to visit, one of which is the ancient city of Hue. Hue was the capital of Vietnam and home to the Nguyen dynasty from about 1744 to about 1945. Although it was damaged during the Vietnam War (especially during the Tet Offensive), enough old buildings survived to make it an interesting place to visit. visit from a historical perspective.

Located on the Perfume River, Hue is a mix of ancient culture and modernity. The city is divided into two parts: the old imperial citadel and the modern part of the city located on the other side of the river. In the oldest part of the city, there are many historical structures that people look for when traveling to Asia: pagodas, imperial tombs, and ancient temples. There is the Hue Museum of Royal Fine Arts, where visitors can find a collection of ancient artifacts. On even-numbered years, Hue hosts the Hue Festival, which features performers at various venues around the city. The National Conservatory of Music is located in the Teatro Real, where performances are held every day.

With a population of 340,000, the city is busy, but not as populous and imposing as a larger urban area. It is approximately 480 miles south of Hanoi and 690 miles north of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), the largest city in Vietnam. As for how to get there, there is a bus station, train stations and several flights connecting Hue with Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Visitors can exchange currency at the Vietcombank, which also has an ATM. There is a wide variety of accommodation, from luxury hotels to budget accommodation. Many hotels have wi-fi access.

There is a wide variety of restaurants in Hue. Of course, there are many traditional Vietnamese restaurants. Hue cuisine tends to focus mainly on vegetarian dishes. There are also Japanese steakhouses and bakeries serving French pastries. As for nightlife, there are many bars and clubs all over Hue. For quieter outings, there are many traditional teahouses.