Complex of Hue Monuments
Viet Nam ·
Description
From 1802 to 1945, Hue was the capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen dynasty. Its imperial city, modeled loosely on Beijing’s Forbidden City, sits inside a moated citadel on the Perfume River. American bombing during the 1968 Tet Offensive destroyed many buildings, but restoration is ongoing and the elaborate royal tombs scattered in the countryside survive beautifully.
Why It's a World Heritage Site
UNESCO recognized Hue as an outstanding example of a planned feudal eastern capital and for its integration of traditional oriental philosophy with the natural landscape.
UNESCO Criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
Minh Mang for symmetry, Tu Duc for romanticism, and Khai Dinh for its wild blend of European and Asian styles.
Dragon boat on the Perfume River, or motorbike/car as they are spread over 10+ km.
Two full days: one for the citadel, one for the tombs and pagodas.
Direct flights or reunification train from Hanoi, Danang and Ho Chi Minh City.
Yes, the 7-story pagoda on the Perfume River is part of the ensemble and easily combined with the citadel.