Thua Thien Hue - 22 Attractions You Must Visit
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About Thua Thien Hue
This province is located in the North Central Coast region of Vietnam. It has 128 km of coastline, 22,000 ha of lagoons and over 200,000 ha of forest. There is an extensive complex of imperial tombs and temples in Huế.Types of Attractions in Thua Thien Hue
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Bach Ma National ParkThe Bach Ma National Park is about 40km to the south of Hue city and 65km to the North of Da Nang. Bạch Mã National Park is situated in the Annamite Mountains and is one of the wettest places in Vietnam.
Waterfalls
Viewpoints
Mountain Peaks
Forests
National Parks
Bao Quoc TempleThe temple is located on a small hill called Hàm Long in the historic city of Huế in central Vietnam. From the historic point of view, Bao Quoc Temple was considered as the three national pagodas of the city during the time of the Nguyễn Dynasty.
Buddhist Temples
Dieu De TempleDiệu Đế Pagoda is a Buddhist temple in the central city of Huế in Vietnam. It is named for the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, which are called Tứ Diệu Đế in Vietnamese.
Buddhist Temples
Gia Long TombGia Long Tomb (also called Thien Tho Tomb) is the tomb of Emperor Gia Long (1762 – 1820) – the founder of the Nguyen Dynasty which was recognized as one of UNESCO World Heritages. The tomb is considered as a complex including many other tombs of the King’s relatives.
Tombs
Notable Architectures
Old Ruins
Hải Vân PassThe Hai Van Pass, otherwise known as Ocean Cloud Pass, is a 12 mile stretch of roadway between the cities of Da Nang and Hue. The pass is renowned for its scenic beauty.
Viewpoints
Mountain Passes
Hon ChenHon Chen Temple located on Ngoc Tran Mountain, Thua Thien Hue Province, is one of the most reputable relics attracting tourists to experience historical value here. Hon Chen Temple is not only a historical and religious monument but also a scenic spot with a unique cultural attraction.
Religious - Other
Temple Festivals
Notable Architectures
Hue Museum of Royal AntiquitiesThe Huế Museum of Royal Fine Arts is a museum dedicated to Vietnam's imperial past and arts of that era.
Museums
Imperial CityThe Imperial City at Hue is the best-preserved remnant of a vast citadel and royal palace complex that once existed on the site before the Vietnam war. Nowadays the city has been declared a UNESCO site and the remaining buildings haveac been restored.
Monuments
Palaces
Old Ruins
Old Towns
Lap An LagoonLập An lagoon (also known as An Cư Lagoon) is an 800-hectare brackish water lagoon in Hue and a part of Lăng Cô Bay. It is more beautiful and shiny in evening times, especially at sunset.
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Boating Spots
Mausoleum of Emperor Khai DinhThe mausoleum was built for Khải Định, the twelfth Emperor of the Nguyễn dynasty. It was built from 1920 to 1931 taking 11 years to complete. The tomb is a blend of Western and Eastern architecture. It is located on a steep hill outside of the capital city of Huế.
Tombs
Notable Architectures
Mausoleum of Emperor Tu DucThe Tu Duc Tomb is the final resting place of Emperor Tu Duc who reigned from 1848 until his death in 1883. The tomb site and its buildings are relatively well-preserved despite the ravages of war and time.
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Tombs
Notable Architectures
Mount Ngự BìnhNgự Bình is a mountain in the Thua Thien Hue province of Vietnam. From the top of Ngu Binh Mount, people can view the city and river, the pine forests on the hills and large plains of Huong Thuy, Phu Vang, Huong Tra Districts with plants and trees.
Viewpoints
Mountain Peaks
Nam Giao EsplanadeThe Esplanade of Sacrifice to the Heaven and Earth (Nam Giao Esplanade) is an imperial altar situated south of the city of Huế, central Vietnam. It is dedicated to the heaven and earth. The complex was visited by the monarchs of the Nguyen dynasty for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven.
Religious - Other
Temple Festivals
Phu Cam ChurchPhu Cam Cathedral is one of the biggest churches in the Hue city. It was built in a modern architectural style, designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu.
Churches
Notable Architectures
Tam Giang LagoonTam Giang Lagoon is the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia with a total surface area of 22,000 hectares. All big rivers in the area such as Perfume River, O Lau River, and Bo River pour into Tam Giang Lagoon before going to the East Sea. This destination is a famous tourist attraction because of its pristine beauty and romantic landscapes.
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Thanh Toan BridgeThanh Toan Bridge is about 8 km away from Hue, located at Thuy Thanh commune, Huong Thuy District, Thua Thien Hue province. This bridge was built by Mrs. Tran Thi Dao in 1776, who is a member of the 6th generation of Tran’s family. Thanh Toan Bridge was made of wood and the structure is “a bridge under a house” that made Thanh Toan Bridge different from other ancient bridges.
Bridges
Notable Architectures
Thien Mu PagodaThe Pagoda of the Celestial Lady in Hue is the most important buildings for Vietnamese people in the country. This 7 story pagoda lies on the banks of Perfume River. It was officially built in 1601 under Nguyen Hoang Lord reign – the first Nguyen Lord in Southern Vietnam.
Buddhist Temples
Religious - Other
Notable Architectures
Tomb Of Dong KhanhDong Khanh’s Tomb is located on the land of Cu Si hamlet, now Thuong Hai village, Thuy Xuan commune, Hue City. The tomb area’s design was almost influenced by Western-style, from its architectural peculiarities or decorative models to the building materials. The complex includes an area displaying royal furniture and calligraphy.
Tombs
Notable Architectures
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