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Green view at Lang Minh Mang (tomb), in Hue, Vietnam
Bicycle at Lang Khai Dinh (tomb), at the countryside, in Hue, Vietnam, on September 2015.
Roadside view of Thiem Mu Temple, along the Perfume River, in Hue, Vietnam, on September 2015
Blooming flowers at Chua Thien Mu (temple), along the Perfume River, in Hue, Vietnam, on September 2015
Burning incense at Chua Thien Mu (temple), along the Perfume River, in Hue, Vietnam, on September 2015
Side view of Cua Ngo Mon (gate), the main tourist entrance, at the south side of the Imperial City in Hue, Vietnam, on September 2015
Framed view of Hien Lam Cac (pavilion) from the entrance gate at the Imperial City in Capital Cidadel, Hue, Vietnam, on September 2015
Hue is central Vietnam was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital from 1802-1945.
It is home to a massive royal citadel called the Forbidden Purple City, which admittedly sounds more interesting than the actual war-ravaged site.
For travelers who love visiting heritage sites, a more tempting incentive to visit Hue are exquisite imperial tombs scattered around the outskirts of the city.
Pro trip — Book your stay as soon as you know you’re traveling to get ahead of fully-booked rooms.
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