Hue
For over a hundred years, the city of Hue was home to the capital of Vietnam under the emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. Because of this legacy, Hue brims with a wealth of cultural and historic treasures, from imperial tombs to the ruined palaces of the Forbidden Purple City, where only the emperors, concubines and members of their households were permitted - and where trespassers were put to death.
Experiences
A handpicked selection of experiences endorsed by our experts. If you can’t see what you’re looking for, let us know, as our extensive network of local contacts can open many doors.
Citadel Tour
Explore Hue’s landmark attraction, the Citadel. Originally constructed in 1804 as the seat of imperial government, it is comprised of six-foot thick brick ramparts and 10 fortified gates, all encircled by a 100-foot wide moat.
Imperial Cuisine
For lunch, dine like the Hue royals at Tinh Gia Vien, a wonderful old Hue-style garden villa on a quiet side street. Formerly the residence of a princess, the restaurant was converted by a bonsai enthusiast, and serves Imperial cuisine.
Perfume River Cruise
Take a cruise along the Perfume River, during which your expert guide will explain the eight relatively intact royal tombs scattered along the river valley. Each was built when the emperor was still alive and was meticulously planned right down to the last detail.
Royal Museum of Fine Arts
Built in 1845, this wooden palace houses relics and fine art from the Nguyen Dynasty, the last imperial dynasty in Vietnam. The museum’s extensive collection includes 150-year-old glass paintings, court robes, head gear, ceramics, plus musical instruments, utensils and other decorative artifacts made from precious stones, bone, ivory, enamel and bronze.
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With Remote Lands you'll travel with people who have made Asia the solitary focus of their own lifelong adventure. As our guest, in the continent that our north American founders Catherine and Jay have adored and explored for decades, you'll discover Asia on a journey that is completely, authentically your own, adapted from our own remarkable experiences and adventures over the years.
Travelogues
An Asia-focused magazine brought to you by Remote Lands - a platform for adventure, luxury, and authenticity from experts and explorers around the continent.
The 5 Most Intriguing Colonial French Buildings in Hue
- Author
- Jim Sullivan
From bridges by Gustav Eiffel and modern luxury spas to the school house of Ho Chi Minh, modern Hue is peppered with architectural history along the Perfume River.
Best Hotel Pools in Vietnam for the Luxury Traveler
- Author
- Jim Sullivan
Underwater sound systems, light shows, and private dips – these luxury hotel pools in Vietnam will whet your appetite for some poolside drinks and high-jinks.
Chasing Your Tail
- Author
- Ronan O'Connell
Long abandoned and off the tourist trail, Hue’s Tiger Arena was once the scene of epic face-offs between big cats and Imperial soldiers riding on elephants.
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