HUE of VIETNAM
- WHAT TO SEE
Step into imperial times with a visit to the large Hue Citadel, the prime attraction of Hue. There, the walled interior houses the Forbidden City - a sprawling complex of palaces, temples, pavilions and galleries. Enjoy a romantic boat ride along the Perfume River on the way to explore the royal tombs of Tu Duc, Minh Mang and other former emperors that lie scattered around the countryside. The covered bridge, lush paddy fields and cottage industries that dot the city outskirts offer varied and interesting excursions.
Hue is also conveniently located for a day trip out to the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), a buffer site between North and South Vietnam that saw intense fighting during the American War.
- WHERE TO STAY
We recommend that you stay at the 12-room Villa Hue, which also doubles as Hue Tourism School’s practical training center. La Residence Hotel & Spa is the city’s top accommodation with its enchanting blend of French colonial décor and tranquil location by the Perfume River. In the quaint countryside, Pilgrimage Village is also a good choice with its harmonious combination of a rustic village setting and modern art elements.
- WHAT TO EAT
You may dine in style on the grounds of former mandarin houses or bump elbows with the locals as you tuck into a bowl of noodles at the Dong Ba Market. The recommended street eats are Banh Khoai (traditional savory pancake), Com Hen (tiny mussels served on rice with soup) and Bun Bo Hue (hot and steamy beef noodle soup). For the romantics, a private dinner cruise down the Perfume River also makes for a memorable experience.
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