Thua Thien - Hue Province Historic Sites
Historic Sites in Thua Thien - Hue Province, Vietnam
Thua Thien - Hue Province Historic Sites
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- MarisaAustralia10 contributionsExploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site felt like stepping back in time. We were blown away by the grandeur of the royal palaces, temples, and gardens. A must-see cultural treasure of Vietnam!Written 7 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Halwell1 contributionThe stunning views of the Perfume River from this historic site are simply breathtaking. As we climbed the steps, each level revealed more beauty. The iconic seven-story pagoda against the backdrop of lush greenery is a photographer's dream. We felt so energized by the peaceful atmosphere and the incredible panorama.Written 3 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nguyễn Đức NguyễnHanoi, Vietnam135 contributionsLots of parts are still not in a good preserving condition for how much you have to pay the ticket,but at least it was green,quite and not touristy.Minh Mang tomb was probably something you should not miss to pay respect for the one who expanded Vietnamese territory at its peak.Written 22 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ben KingLondon, UK182 contributionsThe tomb of Tu Duc is well worth the visit - especially if you are scootering around the city. It’s on a big estate with various tombs and temples and is really interesting. There’s a lake where you can feed koi fish, which I hadn’t seen before, and Tu Duc’s ‘secondary’ wives (of which he had 103!) are also buried at the sight. It’s definitely been affected by time and the turbulent Vietnamese weather, but this is worth seeing if you’re in HueWritten 22 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tfreshwater202010 contributionsDO NOT MISS THIS SITE WHEN TRAVELLING TO HUE. There are many beautiful, old tombs and temples in Vietnam. It would be difficult, however, to imagine one looking more fantastic than this. Imposing and dark from the street, with a large iron gate in front of a long, steep, exterior stairway. After the initial stair climb, there is a landing/ plaza with many life-size sculptures of people and animals. Also there, an ornate pavilion, multiple spires, 5 claw sculpture dragons, more gates, and more stairs... All the stair climbing is worth it once you see the interior of the tomb at the very top.
Eye- popping, detailed, ceramic tiles in all shapes colors and sizes are utterly amazing. It seems no surface was left un- decorated. It is easy to see why the construction took 11 years- 5 years AFTER the death of the Emperor. So happy the tour itinerary included this stop! Able to learn much about this important historical figure, all that he did for Hue and Vietnam. Also happy weather was dry to help manage slippery steps and fully enjoy outdoor areas and sculptures.Written 4 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BrakiWorldTravelerBelgrade, Serbia19,450 contributionsThe main Royal Palace of Nguyen dynasty who ruled Vietnam 1802-1945 is currently under renovation. However, there're several other smaller palaces within the Imperial City complex (built according to Beijing's forbidden city complex) you can visit.
All of them are within the Citadel encircled by a moat and worth your 2 hours of time.Written 4 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Marcel TAmsterdam, The Netherlands56 contributionsUnfortunately, were too late to get access to the tombe area with the benefit we could enjoy the other remaining ruin in peaceful coniferous forest with no other visitors around.Written 15 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lifeisbestjourneyCarate Brianza, Italy20 contributionsIt was a rainy day but the lady we found made our day. With passion and knowledge she helped us understand and show about history and Hue handicraft. They produce traditional hats, incense, rice alcohol, paper flowers. There is also a little shop where you can buy some nice souvenirs. We spent 2 hours in a very welcoming place with beautiful atmosphere, drinking tea as well. And also we receive a nice present, a paper flower. It was much more than I expected and I am very grateful for this.Written 2 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MizuhoKHino, Japan4,100 contributionsIt was surrounded by scaffolding and walls when were there in August 2023 so saw from distance. The big orange roof is very impressive. Tried to imagine the important events had taken place in the past such as enthronement.Written 23 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paul DAdelaide Hills, Australia61 contributionsReally interesting place to visit, unfortunately the gates to both the upper and lower areas were all locked but some friendly locals told me to jump the gate to the upper deck, which I did.
Worth reading the history of the arena, fairly sad from an animal welfare perspective but things were much different culturally in the 19th and early 20th century.
Well worth a short trip out of town if you're into history.Written 30 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BrakiWorldTravelerBelgrade, Serbia19,450 contributionsThis is an interesting feature of Imperial Citadel. Just after the main Temple, before the next one is a row of nine huge bronze cast urns.
Cast in the middle of 19c, they're dedicated to 9 Emperors of the Nguyen dynasty, the central one for the founder. Great photo op.Written 4 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BrakiWorldTravelerBelgrade, Serbia19,450 contributionsThe Flag Tower is pretty high and you can see it from a distance, from many parts of Hue.
It stands on a small fortress just before the Citadel's Noon Gate (main entrance).
Excellent photo op, specially with some locals around.Written 4 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Travelaround59London, UK2,032 contributionsFrankly this is a rather lovely, little place hidden away from the normal tourist path. The residence of the heir is a “European” style little palace where West fuse into East and definitely interesting to visit (perfect for a rainy day). Even more interesting are the pictures on the first floor of the life of the last King and Queen.
A pleasure to seeWritten 16 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BenHugo T2 contributionsour tour guide bring us to discover the different kings of hue.
and also peaceful place without tourist group.
very good private tourWritten 27 December 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ANParishBusan, South Korea1,019 contributionsThese two halls are what you first see when you exit the IC's Hall of Supreme Harmony near the entrance. The two Mandarins' halls are separated by a courtyard. If you have time, check out one for its history exhibits and the other for a small gift shop that sells some unique items. Otherwise, these aren't that spectacular.Written 11 February 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
