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CUTURAL HIDDEN GEM‍

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Embark on a journey through a fascinating compilation of Hue's hidden historical and cultural depths, where the vibrant present and timeless traditions intertwine, crafting a truly unique and captivating charm.

Uncover the intricate origins of traditional cultural nuances, and delve into the deeper, lesser-known stories and facts that often remain a mystery, even to those Vietnamese who reside outside Hue's borders.

This ancient land, steeped in millennia of history, was once known as Chau Ly, a vital territory of the Champa Empire, before being graciously gifted to Dai Viet (the former name of Vietnam) in 1306.

Three centuries later, the visionary Lord Nguyen Hoang strategically chose this land as his capital, thereby establishing one of the most memorable and influential dynasties in Vietnamese history – the illustrious Nguyen Dynasty, leaving an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural and historical fabric.

Hue, a truly unique region of Vietnam, where the layers of history are incredibly dense, interwoven with the remnants of French heritage. This creates a city where even a casual stroll will lead you to discover fascinating glimpses of its past
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And let Ancient Hue Help you Explore that Historical Tapestry of this City

Kite Flying in Hue

What makes kite flying a daily cultural feature of summer in Hue
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A Pheonix Kite of Hue Kite Flying Festival in 2023

The Nguyen Dynasty Empress Robe

Regarding the Empress's Royal Robe that took a whole year to make, a cultural treasure of Hue.

Detail of the Empress Robe

Hue Traditional Orchesta-
a form of art favoured by Emperor Tu Duc

Ca Huế -an traditional and refined musical art form of the former imperial city, was once a sophisticated pleasure reserved for the aristocracy and royalty

Ancient Hue ' Orchesta performance

Origin of Vietnam's railway, built by the French 120 years ago

More than 100 Years of the formation of Vietnam Railway

Vietnam Train on Railway

Hai Van Pass - Importand Border Guard Post between Vietnam and Champa

Many people might wonder why there's a major border guard post in the middle of Vietnam – something that usually only appears at a country's edge.

Hai Van Pass look from Overview

The Different Of Hue's Claypot Rice

Despite being inconvenient—you have to tend the fire manually, the clay pot remains, even in this era when humanity has reached Mars.

Image of Claypot Rice, and how

The history of the formation of Dong Ba Market

In the first year of Emperor Gia Long’s reign (1802), near the current location of Dong Ba Market (inside Phan Dang Luu Street), there was a market named Qui Giả Thi

Front Entrance of Dong Ba Market

Quoc Hoc High School - The Second Symbol of Hue City after Truong Tien Bridge

Quoc Hoc High School (commonly known as Quoc Hoc Hue) is one of the oldest secondary schools in Vietnam, third only to Chasseloup Laubat High School and....

Vintage photo of Quoc Hoc high School

Why is the Tam Giang Lagoon a seafood treasure of Hue

A goldmine of seafood of Hue People, and the strict rules surrounding it explain why it remains so pristine

People catching oyster at Tam Giang Lagoon

Bao Vinh Ancient Town - the busiest trading port and also a Chinatown in Hue in the 18th century

Bao Vinh was not merely a Largest trading port in 18th century, but also a historical witness

Photo of Bao Vinh Ancient town

Hosted at Kim Long Dining – Art by the Royal Pillow Artisan of Emperor Bảo Đại

For diners at Kim Long Dining, the origins of this special pillow may still be unfamiliar. Entirely handcrafted by the late artisan Công Tôn Nữ Trí Huệ

Royal Pillow Placed in Kim Long Dining

Hue's Favourite Brunch Dishes - The origin of bánh nậm bánh lọc

These rice dumplings are a beloved brunch tradition in Huế. By 5 or 6 PM, the street vendors’ trays are usually empty– proof of their popularity.

Tray of Rice Dumpling

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