Hue Imperial City

Overview

Hue served as Vietnam's political and cultural capital under the Nguyen dynasty from 1802 to 1945. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What to Do

• Imperial Citadel — 10 km² walled complex modelled on Beijing's Forbidden City
• Royal Tombs — visit Minh Mang, Tu Duc and Khai Dinh
• Thien Mu Pagoda — Vietnam's tallest pagoda overlooking the Perfume River
• Dragon Boat cruise on the Perfume River
• Hue Royal Cuisine — try Bun Bo Hue and Banh Khoai

Best Time to Visit

February to April.

Getting There

Fly to Phu Bai Airport or Reunification Express train from Da Nang (2.5 hrs).