Hue is one of the popular tourist destinations in Hue. It is visited by many tourists from all over the world, every year. Ancient Citadel, Hue is one of the must-see tourist attractions in Hue. While holidaying in Hue do not miss out the Ancient Citadel, Hue.
Hue Info
Hue is the capital city of Thua Thiên - Hue province in Vietnam. The city occupies the central region of Vietnam. It is tucked on the banks of the idyllic Sông Huong (Huong River). The South China Sea is a few miles away from the city.
Ancient Citadel in Hue served to protect the old city of Hue within its walls. The citadel is situated on the north bank of the lovely Perfume River. The Ancient Citadel, Hue used to house royal tombs. However, the Ancient Citadel, Hue was bombed by the Americans. Presently, only the ruins of the Ancient Citadel, Hue are left.
Ancient Citadel, Hue: Details
History has it that the Ancient Citadel, Hue served as the capital of Vietnam from the year 1804 to 1945. The citadel has a perimeter extending to a length of 10 kilometers. The citadel is surrounded by a moat. It houses the Imperial Enclosure, Noon Gate, Forbidden Purple City, Thai Hoa Palace. The construction of the citadel began in the year 1805 by Gia Long, the first king belonging to the Nguyen dynasty. The Ancient Citadel, Hue covers an area of 5.2 kilometers. Though the tourists do not have to pay a fee to enter the citadel region, an admission fee is charged to enter the Imperial Enclosure. On approaching towards the Imperial citadel you will get to see huge flag tower called Cat Co. At the entrance of the Ancient Citadel, Hue you will find a lotus pond. There is a bridge over the pond which will lead to the Thai Hoa Palace.
Hue offers ample places for sightseeing in Hue. Some of the popular Hue Tourist Attractions are:
- Hue Museums
- Hue Parks & Gardens
- Ancient Citadel, Hue
- Thien Mu Pagoda
- Bach Ma National Park
- Canh Duong Beach
- Lang Co Beach
- Perfume River
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