Hue

Hue

arriving in Vietnam's old capital, pretty much in the middle of the country
Hue - arriving in Vietnam's old capital, pretty much in the middle of the country

Location: 

Huế, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam

Duration: 

Saturday, June 24, 2017

Journey: 

Vietnam by train: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

Personal highlights

  1. Hue City: important city in the middle of Vietnaminfo-icon, former capital city (1802-1945)
  2. Imperial City: former emperor's home, inspired by the Chinese Forbidden City
  3. Nguyen Dynasty: last ruling family of Vietnam until conquered by the French
  4. Taxi: very disappointing that Uber and Grab are only in Hanoi and Saigon!
  5. Weather: sweating so much after leaving the freezing Reunification Train

Image sources

  1. Perfume River outside of Hue City
  2. Religious ceremony on the Perfume River
  3. Ancient Sculpture at a local tomb
  4. Gate to the imperial city by night
  5. Getting a ride back into the city

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