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Located on the country’s central
coast in Thua Thien Hue province , the area
has variety of sites of outstanding nature
beauty. The average temperature is about 25
degrees. The area is also notorious for its
torrential rain, which can pour unabated for
a week. The beauty of the area led it to be
chosen as the capital by the kings of the
Nguyen dynasty. It was recently recognised
as a Unesco world heritage site. Hue also
features a unique cuisine, combining dishes
associated with the former imperial court
with everyday street food, much of fairly
spicy. The city is also noted for the
quality of its embroidery, particularly on
the traditional ao dai-a favourite
sovernir for visitors to take home.
Thien Mu Pagoda
Seven km west of the city centre, this
pagoda was built in the 14th
century in honour of a red-robed goddess.
Ancient Citadel
The fisrt king of the Nguyen Dynasty,
Gia Long,began construction of the complex
in 1805. The present citadel , including the
Forbidden City, occupies an area of 5.2sq km
on the north bank of the Perfume river.
Around Hue
Bach Ma National Pack
Bach Ma , known as the Dalat of central
Vietnam, is 50km south of Hue. The pack
covers 220sq km and it home to many rare
plants and animals. Pick up a guide at the
visitors centre: entrance cost $2 and guide
can be hired for $12 a day.
Lang Co Beach
70km south of the city. Go by taxi or
get a bus from An Cuu bus station
Canh Duong Beach
60km from Hue, this crescent shaped 8km
is the most beautyful in the region. Its
sand is white and soft and there is usually
a mild breeze, making it a favourite spot
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