Hue Night Walking Streetis an extremely attractive destination for domestic and foreign tourists when coming to the ancient capital. This place has brought Hue city a dynamic and bustling new look. If you don’t know what’s fun in Hue at night, try to experience Hue night walking street. There are 2 famous pedestrian streets, Nguyen Dinh Chieu and West Quarter. If Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street is suitable for sightseeing and walking along the Perfume River, the Western Quarter is full of tourist services and bustling entertainment.
Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street in Hue
Address of Night walking street Nguyen Dinh Chieu
Nguyen Dinh Chieu Night Walking Street is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Hue , located in the heart of Hue city, beside the romantic Perfume River.
Opening hours: from 16h to 22h Monday to Saturday and open all day Sunday.
On January 15, 2019, the ironwood-floored walkway on the Perfume River with a length of more than 380m was inaugurated. This route and Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street have created a new highlight and appearance for the south bank of the Perfume River, making it an extremely attractive destination for tourists.
Interesting activities in Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street
Visitors here can freely enjoy the scenery, walk or check-in by the Perfume River and enjoy extremely delicious and attractive snacks.
Check-in by the Perfume River is very chill
The beauty of the Perfume River(Huong River) has long become a symbol of the culture and soul of Hue people. And when coming to Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street, visitors can admire the poetic and peaceful beauty again. Perhaps that’s why this place has become a popular check-in point for tourists.
Check-in on the romantic Perfume River
Visiting traditional and ancient wooden house
If you take a walk around Nguyen Dinh Chieu night walking street, visitors will have the opportunity to witness the quintessential and ancient carved lines still preserved in the houses of his father. Ruong house is also a traditional cultural beauty of Hue people.
Shopping for handicraft souvenirs
From Phuong Nam bookstore to Trang Tien bridge is an area selling a lot of souvenirs and handicrafts. There are hundreds of stalls displaying products from traditional craft villages in Hue. Visitors will easily find Hue-style souvenirs as gifts for friends and relatives.
Strolling to see the romantic Perfume River
There is nothing more wonderful than walking by the romantic Perfume River, watching the sunset and admiring the shimmering, fanciful beauty of Truong Tien Bridge when the lights are on. This will definitely be a memorable experience in your Hue travel itinerary.
Enjoy a variety of delicious snacks
In the walking street, there are many delicious Hue specialties at very affordable prices. Highlights include mussel rice, mussel vermicelli, skewered meat, grilled corn, and banh beo. And it is impossible not to mention the crispy, hot, and fragrant Truong Tien breads, just need to eat once to remember forever.
Visitors can also visit the fragrant, colorful tea burdens to enjoy the traditional tea bowls of Hue. There are also many different types of tea for visitors to choose from such as taro tea, red bean tea, filtered powdered tea, beaten green tea, and bean curd tea.
Opening hours: 6pm to 2am the next day on Friday and Saturday nights and from 6pm to 24pm on Sundays.
On the evening of September 29, 2017, Hue pedestrian street was officially opened and became a busy and bustling destination attracting thousands of domestic and foreign tourists. The pedestrian street extends for more than 1km, including 3 streets: Pham Ngu Lao, Chu Van An and Vo Thi Sau.
The neighborhood is extremely busy on weekends
Coming to the walking street, visitors not only can discover Hue at night but also have the opportunity to visit many interesting destinations around here such as:
An Dinh Palace : about 2.1km from Hue night walking street.
Dong Ba Market : about 1.5km from Hue night walking street.
What’s attractive in the new Hue pedestrian street?
Hue Walking Street is extremely attractive to tourists because it has many high-quality relaxation, tourism and entertainment activities. The street also contributes to changing the face of the city, making Hue more dynamic and bustling.
Relax, watch Hue life at night
Walking around a pedestrian street, you will feel the full rhythm of life here, all three streets are always filled with lights along with vibrant and bustling sounds.
Enjoy a unique musical performance
One of the things that makes visitors, especially young people excited to come here, is probably enjoying the extremely unique street music performances. These performances have contributed to creating an interesting exchange playground between artists and visitors.
Check-in coffee shops with “awesome view”
West Hue Street is also filled with lovely cafes designed in vintage style or dusty style. You can refer to some cafes with beautiful views and very reasonable prices such as:
The Coffee House
Address: No. 11 Vo Thi Sau, City. Hue
Reference price: 29,000 VND/ cup
Gecko Cafe
Address: No. 09 Pham Ngu Lao, City. Hue
Reference price: 15,000 VND/ cup
Sweet Kingdom
Address: No. 05 Pham Ngu Lao, City. Hue
Reference price: 10,000 – 40,000 VND/cup
La Gare Bistro
Address: 14 Phan Chu Trinh, City. Hue
Reference price: 20,000 VND/ cup
It’s great to sip a delicious cup of coffee in this “chill” space
Western style drinking in Hue West Street
Western-style drinking is not only a favorite activity of foreign guests, but even domestic tourists are extremely interested. With a few glasses of fresh beer and some delicious drinks, you’ve had a jubilant evening with your best friends.
Buy unique souvenirs
Walking along Hue pedestrian street, visitors will feel overwhelmed by countless stalls displaying items from clothes, shoes, bags, jewelry to conical hats or traditional souvenirs. And don’t forget to stop by to buy some items for yourself or as gifts for friends.
The conical hats here are elaborated by the craftsmen themselves, so it is very beautiful (Photo: collectibles)
Enjoy irresistible delicious specialties
Hue Walking Street is also a culinary paradise that any visitor coming here can hardly resist. From luxury restaurants to sidewalk eateries, from Hue-style dishes to famous dishes from other regions, they are all available.
With only a few tens of thousands in hand, you can enjoy a variety of attractive dishes such as:
Hue traditional tea: purple potato tea, banana tea, areca flower tea, filter powder tea, green bean tea.
If there are 36 streets in Hanoi, there are also 36 different types of tea in Hue (Photo: collectibles)
In addition, visitors can also enjoy cheap western dishes such as pizza, spaghetti sauce, fried chicken. The price usually ranges from 50,000 – 200,000 VND / dish. Some shops you can refer to such as: Ta Vet, Taboo Pub, La Gare Bistro.
Experience walking Hue walking street
Directions to Hue Walking Street
From points in the city area, you move towards Truong Tien bridge, then turn onto Le Loi street, go straight to Doi Cung and then turn right for a further part to arrive.
Visitors should note that you should not travel by car because the roads here are very crowded and traffic jams are common. Motorcycles and cyclos will be more appropriate means, you just have the opportunity to watch the street without wasting time because of traffic jams. Also do not forget to learn the Hue tourist map to be able to discover many attractive tourist attractions here.
Some notes when visiting Hue walking street
In your Hue travel itinerary, you should immediately pocket the following experiences when visiting Hue walking street.
Visitors should schedule a tour of the pedestrian street in advance so that it can be combined with other places of the city.
It is advisable to ask the parking price in advance and ask the closing time of the parking lot.
The pedestrian street is very crowded, so visitors need to actively protect their personal belongings to avoid pickpockets or robberies.
Check prices in advance and ask for prices before deciding to shop for items here.
Prepare a phone with full battery and dress well to check-in at every corner of Hue pedestrian street. If you want to comfortably take photos without sticking to people, you should come earlier than about 5pm.
Not sad or quiet like what we often see about this land, Hue pedestrian street is a place where you will feel a completely different atmosphere. A dreamy Hue but also full of excitement and bustle. And this will definitely be a great destination in your next discovery journeys.
Hue to Hoi An by motorbike tours. Drive south from Hue along a scenic mountain road with breathtaking views over coastal highlights along the way including the spectacular Hai Pass, the high dividing line between the climates of North and South Vietnam
8:30. Our Hue motorbike adventure guide picks up guests at the hotel going to Hoi An, on the way we will stop to visit:
Elephant Spring
Vung Voi waterfall: Elephant Spring (Vung Voi) makes them a wonderful stay during your journey from Hue to Hoi An. Packed with free weekend, the drive into the stream takes you through the glorious jungle, The springs are a series of small waterfalls, ponds and still in pristine condition.
Tam Giang lagoon
Lang Co beach and Tam Giang lagoon. Tam Giang lagoon has 24 km in length and An is 52 square km. It’s home to Noe of the world’s most beautiful bay and an ecosystem of high biological and industrial value.
Hai Van Pass
Hai Van Pass: located along the slopes of Hai Van mountain on the border of Hue city and Da Nang city, is one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives. Hai Van pass means ‘Duong Cload pass often. is covered in fog that rises from the sea .
Marble Mountain & My Khe Beach: Just off the coastal road of My Khe Beach, Marble Mountain consists of five craggy cliffs topped with pagodas, each mountain named for its natural elements.. ..
End of trip – Drop off at hotel in Hoi An / Hue
Departure: 8:30am
Last tour: 15:30 pm
Price: $45 per person
Total price includes: Motorbike with Tour guide speaking English, Helmet, Petrol, Road tolls, Parking fee.
Excludes: Meal, personal expenses, tip for driver.
Anyone who comes to Hue surely cannot ignore the poetic beauty of this place. There is one thing that you definitely cannot ignore when traveling to Hue is to take a cruise on the Perfume River to listen to Hue songs. This is one of the most prominent traditional beauties. Below is a price list of tickets for the Perfume River cruise to listen to Hue songs for your reference.
Introducing the service of yachting on the Perfume River listening to Hue songs
Cruise listening to Hue songs on the Perfume River is a unique art form of Hue from the past to the present. This is an art form with Hue chants performed on the yacht including chants and answers, new music.
Moreover, you can also book a day tour from Da Nang to Hue to experience a cruise on the Perfume River and enjoy delicious dishes in Hue at a more affordable price compared to traveling independently.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy court music, drop flower lanterns in the river like the kings of the past. If you come to Hue, you want to experience that feeling, then book yourself tickets for a cruise on the Perfume River to enjoy these lyrical songs.
Means of transportation to Perfume River marina
Address: Toa Kham Wharf – 49 Le Loi – Phu Hoi – Hue City – Thua Thien Hue
The marina on the Perfume River is located in the city center, visitors will be very easy to find. According to my Hue travel experience , there will be the main means used to move here such as:
Motorcycle
You come to Hue self-sufficient travel and find yourself a motorbike to be a companion. When traveling by motorbike, you will be free to play and visit. Renting a motorbike in Hue is only from 80k to 120k and you can travel everywhere.
In Hue, there is no grab car, only a Private Car, you can have a reference card to move to the pier. The cost from the points in the center to here is about 50k in return.
Schedule to take a cruise on the Perfume River and listen to Hue songs
Meet up point: Toa Kham Wharf 49 Le Loi – Hue City
Departure time:
Trip 1: 19h00 – 20h00
Trip 2: 20h00 – 21h00
Duration: 1 hour
Sightseeing schedule:
Captain and staff welcome guests on board
Start the journey to see the Perfume River
Enjoy a cup of tea and enjoy the view around
Visit Truong Tien Bridge, listen to Hue songs
Going down the Perfume River will come Nghinh Luong Dinh
Admire the beauty of Da Vien Bridge
See Hue National School
Drop flower lanterns in the river
End the trip and return to the pier
Price list for Perfume River cruise listening to Hue songs is only 100,000 VND
The price list of cruise tickets on the Perfume River listening to the latest Hue songs in 2024 is as follows:
Group ticket price
Dragon boat sightseeing
Vietnamese guests: 100,000 VND / 1 adult
Foreign guests: 150,000 VND/ 1 adult
Time: 19h00 – 20h00 and 20h00 – 21h00
Ticket price for dragon boat 8 seats
Single Dragon Boat + Performing Arts Troupe
Time: Optional 16h00 – 23h00
Ticket price: 1,200,000 VND/1 boat
Dragon boat ticket price 27 seats
Double Dragon Boat + Hue Performing Arts Troupe
Time: Optional 16h00 – 23h00
Ticket price: 1,500,000 VND
Where should I book to get the cheapest and most prestigious tickets for a Perfume River cruise?
To choose a place where you can buy the most prestigious Perfume River cruise fare and receive the most incentives, it is Hue tourism company. Here, I will guide you how to hunt for tickets for the Perfume River cruise:
Contact hotline: +84 88 666 0396 (WhatsApp)
View schedule information, close the number
Payment: Bank transfer or cash
Please contact the hotline directly to consult the price of the Perfume River cruise to listen to Hue songs. During the tourist season, you should book early to reserve your spot, and also get a FREE one-way pick-up.
Experience the services included in the price of the Perfume River cruise
Coming to the Perfume River cruise to listen to Hue songs, in addition to the standard package, visitors can also refer to higher ticket prices with better food service.
Perfume river cruise fare + basic dinner
Only at the price of 100,000 VND/ 1 person is the basic price of the Perfume River cruise fare excluding food service. If you want to experience more dinner on the boat with famous dishes in Hue, you can also sign more.
If you want to experience the feeling of going on a Perfume River cruise to listen to Hue songs and enjoy more advanced dishes, you can choose this package. All dishes are selected and very famous often presented at the palace.
Ticket price for Perfume River cruise listening to Hue songs + Royal banquet
If you want to enjoy the dishes that only the royals, the national listeners of the court combined with listening to Hue songs, the Perfume River, you can choose this package. All the dishes are prepared like a royal banquet, a lot of great dishes. All will create a cozy and luxurious space.
Notes in the price of the Perfume River cruise
Service ticket price includes:
Service charge
Insurance on the boat
Cake
Evil water or coffee
One way hotel pick up
Not included:
Personal spending
Paying guests
Drinks arise
How to use the ticket:
Arrive 15 minutes before sailing time
No refunds for late arrivals
Present the booked voucher for ticket control
What is the policy of Perfume River cruise fare?
When registering to buy a ticket, if you are not present, you will lose 100% of the ticket price
Cancel the ticket within 1 day and lose 70% of the value
Cancellation 1 day in advance will lose 50% of the value
Cancellation 3 days in advance forfeit 5% of the value
Above is all the information about the latest price of the Hue singing boat tour on the Perfume River 2024 for your reference. If you have the opportunity to visit the ancient capital, you should experience the wonderful feeling of listening to Hue singing on the Perfume River.
Along with the Perfume River, Truong Tien Bridge is also a place that has entered poetry and is considered a symbol of Hue. This century-old building has witnessed the change of the ancient capital. At the same time , Truong Tien Hue Bridge is also one of the tourist attractions attracting domestic and foreign tourists to visit and explore. To learn more about it, follow this article by Danang Private Car !
General introduction about Truong Tien Hue Bridge
Location of Truong Tien Bridge
Coming to Hue, almost everyone will cross this bridge. Truong Tien Bridge, also known as Trang Tien Bridge or Thanh Thai Bridge. It connects the North and South banks of Hue. In which the South belongs to Phu Hoi ward and the North belongs to Phu Hoa ward.
Truong Tien Bridge is one of the symbols of Hue, in addition, Hue is also famous for Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, if you want to go to all the beautiful places in Hue, book Hue City Tour 1 day – Experience the beauty of Hue
Which river does Truong Tien Bridge cross?
Truong Trang Tien Bridge was built across the Perfume River – a poetic river located in the heart of the city. It is also the river that has entered poetry and books. This is also the first bridge in Hue that crosses this river, located right next to the ancient citadel.
About the name Truong Tien Bridge
Since its construction until now, this bridge has been renamed many times.
It was first called Thanh Thai Bridge because it was completed in the 11th year of Thanh Thai.
In 1945, the bridge changed its name to Nguyen Hoang Bridge.
After the unification of the country, it was again called Trang Tien.
In 2004, the bridge was officially changed to Truong Tien bridge.
Although it is said that Truong Tien is the main name, the names Trang Tien are still called by everyone. These two names are still parallel to each other.
How many spans does the architecture of Truong Tien Hue Bridge have?
This bridge is designed in Gothic style (French architectural style) with a total length of 402.6m, 5.45m high and 6m wide. Trang Tien Hue Bridge has a structure consisting of a total of 6 spans, 12 songs combined to form 6 pairs.
The 6 spans of the bridge are made entirely of steel beams with large weight, extremely strong, the span of each span is 67m. Overall, the bridge looks like a comb shape.
Initially, the bridge was built without pedestrian access. The bridge deck is only paved with ironwood boards. After many renovations, it has changed markedly, becoming a modern and solid bridge as it is now.
History of Truong Tien Hue Bridge you may not know
This famous bridge in Hue has existed for more than 100 years, but few people know exactly when it was built, by whom… Therefore, danangprivatecar.com will reveal it to you more clearly.
Since when did Truong Tien Bridge exist?
In 1896, King Thanh Thai ordered the construction of an iron bridge across the Perfume River to facilitate travel between the two banks. In April 1897, the Governor General of Indochina came to Hue to discuss with the court and invest to build a large, sure lasting project.
On the first day of construction, King Thanh Thai placed the first stone. 2 years later, the 6-span bridge made of semicircular steel, paved with ironwood floors, was completed. The investment cost at that time was 400 million VND – not a small number at that time.
Who built Truong Tien Bridge?
According to many documents, books and newspapers recorded that Truong Tien Hue Bridge was built by Eiffet (France). Designed and built by the famous French architect – Gustave Eiffel, according to new Western techniques and materials.
More than half, the investment capital of King Thanh Thai is only about 190 million and most of it is contributed by the French.
Repairs of Truong Tien Bridge
+ After the bridge was put into use for 5 years to 1904, a big storm overturned the bridge. It was only restored in 1906.
+ In 1937, under the ancient capital of Hue, ruled by King Bao Dai. The bridge was rebuilt once, wider and more secure. There is a separate path for pedestrians.
+ In 1946, due to the influence of the war against the French colonialists, Truong Tien Bridge was collapsed. By 1953, the bridge was completely repaired.
+ However, during the Tet Offensive in 1968, this bridge was once again destroyed. After a long time (in 1991), the restoration was carried out, and it was completed in 1995.
From here on, the bridge will not be repaired again. In 2002, Trang Tien Bridge installed an LED system to help it stand out, modern and brighter.
How to get to Truong Tien Hue Bridge?
The road to Truong Tien Bridge
From the center of Hue city to Truong Tien bridge is only about 850m. To move here, you go through Hung Vuong street or Hoang Hoa Tham street to reach the Perfume River bank.
Means of exploring Trang Tien bridge
Depending on how far or near your starting point is, choose the right vehicle. If near you can walk or far, go cyclo or bicycle. Further, rent a motorbike or taxi.
If you are a lover of romance, then danangprivatecar.com thinks you should rent a bicycle to move and then walk along the banks of the Perfume River, watching the busy flow of people pass by. Otherwise, rent a cyclo for a very cheap price of only a few tens of thousands.
There are various means of transportation to help you visit Truong Tien Bridge in Hue
If you want to explore many places in Hue conveniently and comfortably, consider booking a car rental service with a driver in Hue from DanangPrivateCar.com. This service offers quick and convenient transportation, with a team of professional drivers ready to take you to any destination you wish to explore. The travel time entirely depends on your schedule, allowing you to plan your sightseeing in Hue with ease.
Moreover, if you are in Da Nang or Hoi An, you can also book a day trip from Da Nang to Hue to visit famous attractions like Truong Tien Bridge and many other places. This helps you save time and effort, allowing you to focus on exploring and fully enjoying your travel journey.
The best time to check-in Truong Tien Hue bridge
If you come to Hue, you must pay attention to the weather here. Because Hue is a province in the central region, there will be a long rainy season, even floods and storms may occur.
According to the experience of many previous visitors, the best time to explore and admire the beauty of Truong Tien Bridge is from January to March. This is the time of changing seasons, the weather is cool. , comfortable.
You can also go in the dry season from March to August. However, these months are often very hot, quite hot. In the remaining months, Hue has entered the rainy season, so it is not very convenient for travel and tourism.
The beauty of Truong Tien Hue bridge
The bridge was born not simply to connect the two sides of the South – North. The reason it was chosen as a symbol of Hue is because it has a rare beauty that almost everyone who visits must remember.
Truong Tien Bridge with lyrical beauty
The idyllic, soft and gentle bridge is located across the poetic Huong Giang River. creating a charming picture of the country of Hue.
The image of a silent bridge reflected on the water surface. Sometimes the wind makes the river ripple, making it more flexible. This painting makes anyone who sees it, not full of praise.
The beauty of Truong Tien Hue Bridge in the phoenix season
Traveling to Truong Tien Bridge in the summer is quite hot, but in return you will admire its beauty in the blooming season of phoenix flowers.
Every summer, the phoenix trees on the banks of the Perfume River bloom, making the whole space red. Make the bridge also more prominent and beautiful. The red flowers mixed with the contemplation of this timeless bridge have left a deep impression in the hearts of viewers.
The beauty of the bridge at sunset
Sunsets are always beautiful and so are the sunsets on Trang Tien Bridge and Perfume River. When the sun gradually sets, the color of Trang Tien Hue Bridge and Perfume River is orange-yellow, which looks very beautiful and romantic.
Trang Tien Bridge shimmering at night
After being installed a modern color changing LED lighting system. In the evening, the colors of blue, red, yellow, orange change continuously, this is like putting on a new shimmering and fanciful shirt for the bridge. It will surely make you admire before that modern light party.
What will you experience when coming to Truong Tien Hue Bridge?
Truong Tien Bridge is not only a witness and historical relic of time. Visiting this place you can also experience many interesting activities.
Walking on the bridge
Considered an attractive destination that almost everyone who comes to Hue does not forget to visit. On clear days, you can wander, stroll the pedestrian lane and admire its architecture.
More or less you will feel like you are returning to the heroic years of the ancient capital of Hue, of the nation. Traces and relics of hundreds of years ago are still present around this bridge.
See the panorama of Hue
Do is located in the middle of the city, right on the peaceful Perfume River. So from this position you can breathe in the cool air and admire the scenery of the river, the sky and the sky.
Looking down at the bridge is the water flowing slowly, the point is the dragon boats or the small boats of the fishermen. The two sides are a bustling, crowded scene of buildings, vehicles, …
Check-in virtual living with Truong Tien Bridge
If you want to find a place to take “virtual life” photos, the Truong Tien Hue Bridge is also a good suggestion. With the ancient and impressive space plus the scenery of clouds, sky, and surrounding mountains, it will be a beautiful background for your photos.
Walk around, explore the night market at the foot of the bridge
Located in the central area, Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street and night market at the foot of the bridge are also tourist attractions that attract a large number of tourists. This place will bring you many interesting experiences.
When night falls, the street lights up is also the time when this street becomes crowded and bustling, far from the inherent tranquility of Hue. Going to the pedestrian street and night market, you will discover food stalls, shop for souvenirs as gifts and have fun with entertainment activities…
Tourist sites near Truong Tien Hue Bridge
After experiencing interesting things at Truong Tien Bridge. You can find and explore more tourist attractions nearby to make your trip more memorable.
Perfume River Hue
Perfume River – a typical image of the ancient capital, is the pride of local people. Stretching from Vi Da garden with green grass, passing Thien Mu pagoda and then turning into Bach Yen river like a silk strip. It seems to adorn the ancient, contemplative of Hue.
Perfume River Hue – the pride of the people of the period
If you have the opportunity to stop by here, you should compress to admire the scenery on the Perfume River or admire the romantic and lyrical sunset beauty on the riverside. If you come in the evening, you can take a boat to enjoy Hue folk songs.
Thien Mu Pagoda
In addition to Truong Tien Hue Bridge , Thien Mu Pagoda is also a check-in point not to be missed. This temple is likened to the “soul” of Hue. It is located on Ha Khe hill, about 5km from the city center. The front side is the Perfume River, the surrounding landscape is very charming.
Thien Mu Pagoda was built under the reign of King Nguyen Hoang, associated with many mystical stories, including the outstanding love story. How true it is, come visit and find out.
Hue Citadel
Also known as Hue Citadel. This is a group in the relic complex of Hue ancient capital. The work is imbued with the culture, history and architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty, recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage (1993).
Visiting this place, you have the opportunity to learn about the living and working places of the ancient kings. Discover the unique architectural items inside such as: Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Forbidden City, … and rent costumes of kings to transform into historical characters.
Coming to Hue without exploring the markets is a big mistake. It is a pity to have come to Trang Tien bridge without visiting Dong Ba market.
Dong Ba Market is one of Hue’s largest traditional markets. Not only selling utensils, food and Hue specialties, but also the place that best reproduces the lifestyle and activities of local people. Come and have a walk around, try delicious dishes, buy items as gifts to make the trip more interesting.
Other notes to know when walking around Truong Tien Hue Bridge
As a famous place, Truong Tien Bridge gives visitors many emotions and unforgettable experiences every time they visit. However, when exploring this place, you need to keep a few things in mind:
If you want to walk on the bridge, you are only allowed to walk in the pedestrian lane. Absolutely do not go in the middle of the bridge because traffic is very dangerous.
Sunset is said to be the most beautiful time for you to capture moments of Truong Tien Bridge – Perfume River. So take advantage of the time, then stay until the evening to experience the night market.
For the convenience of traveling to visit the bridge as well as nearby places. You should choose a hotel in the center.
It can be said that, through many years with many ups and downs of history, Truong Tien Hue Bridge is still standing there as an indispensable part of the ancient capital. The image of the bridge along with the peaceful and poetic Perfume River has left a deep impression in the hearts of tourists every time they visit.
Originally a favorite drink of the Nguyen Dynasty kings, today Hue Royal Tea has become famous throughout the country. Tea is not only delicious but also a panacea that helps increase resistance and is very good for health. Below, we invite you to learn about this famous royal tea with Danang Private Car!
Introduction of Hue royal tea
Royal tea is another part of Hue cuisine related to the city’s royal history. Royal tea in Hue was the drink of the ancient Nguyen emperors. Tea is made from natural herbs, so the taste is very fragrant and good for health.
Royal tea is a quintessential feature of Hue’s culture
Today, royal tea has become a specialty of the ancient capital, a cultural feature of the Hue people. More than 80 years have passed, Hue has undergone a number of economic and political changes. Hue’s royal tea today is inevitably different from the original form.
However, these changes do not affect the interest of tea lovers who want to enjoy tea. Currently, royal tea in Hue is served at many different tea houses with different forms. It is a specialty that anyone traveling to Hue also buys as a gift.
What does Hue royal tea include?
Royal tea has a different composition from red or green tea. Royal tea is made from 16 different herbs. Each herb has its own flavor and medicinal properties and below is the function of each ingredient in Hue’s royal tea.
Northern licorice: Northern licorice is an herb that has been used for many years in traditional medicine. And also a necessary ingredient of Hue royal tea . This herb helps to treat stomach ulcers and coughs, and can also be used for wound healing.
Hoai Son or grinding tubers: Grinding tubers is a nutrient-rich vegetable. This herb can boost brain function, reduce inflammation, and improve digestive health.
Goji berry: Goji berry is a super nutritious ingredient in Hue royal tea , providing antioxidants and preventing cancer growth.
Thao Quynh Minh: This is a popular herb in Vietnam. Used to treat constipation and hemorrhoids. Fenugreek can also help relieve insomnia.
Red jujube: Red jujube is the dried fruit of the jujube tree, red in color, sweet in taste and high in fiber. Red jujube offers a lot of health benefits such as treating insomnia, relieving constipation, reducing stress, anti-oxidant and preventing cancer.
Chamomile: Has the effect of treating high blood pressure, partially inhibiting ringworm and antibacterial ability. Besides, chrysanthemum flowers in Hue royal tea also have the effect of treating dizziness, headache, boils, red eyes, etc.
Bitter Gourd: Bitter gourd is also known as bitter gourd, mulberry chi, peach, melon, … Bitter gourd has the ability to enhance the body’s immunity, treat diabetes to improve vision. .
Artichoke: Artichoke can support weight loss, prevent obesity, strengthen the immune system, protect the liver, treat cough, sore throat, support digestion, prevent hemorrhoids.
Vetiver: The bud is also an important herb in Hue royal tea . Buds have the effect of treating gout, treating diabetes, reducing blood fat.
Sweet grass: Sweet grass is also known as honey grass, sugar grass, sweet chrysanthemum, … very good for people with diabetes.
Big apple: Dai apple is also known as jujube, black apple, is a familiar medicine in Eastern medicine, is an ingredient in Hue royal tea . Black apples are used to enhance the immune system, improve and improve health.
Lotus heart: This is the germ part located inside the lotus seed. Lotus heart has the ability to lower body temperature, cool, cure insomnia. Can treat fever, coma, nosebleeds or kidney failure, …
Anise flower: Anise flower, also known as Dai Anise, is one of the spices of the Vietnamese people. This is also a Southern medicine, can treat back pain, treat flatulence, bloating.
Dang ginseng: Dang ginseng is different from ginseng, but both have the ability to supplement gas. Using iso ginseng will help you eat better, your body will be cool, and your skin will become more rosy.
Hoa Hoa: Hoa Hoa is used to mix drinking water to cool, to dye yellow and is a medicine with many uses. Flowers have the effect of lowering blood pressure, stopping bleeding, preventing cerebrovascular diseases, anti-inflammatory, enhancing resistance, …
Jasmine: Jasmine has the ability to reduce stress, anxiety, headaches, muscle tension and reduce heart rate. Used to treat insomnia, prevent colds, flu and treat blood circulation.
Benefits of Hue royal tea
Hue’s royal tea is not only a refreshing drink but also has many other uses for health. Natural medicinal herbs are combined according to heirloom recipes to help users get:
Support good sleep
Royal tea has long been used for relaxation and sleep. There is also scientific evidence supporting herbal teas for reducing fatigue and improving sleep quality. Royal tea can be a great choice both day and night. Especially if you are trying to kick the habit of drinking coffee before bed.
Hypotension
High blood pressure is usually controlled by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Such as regular exercise and a low-sodium diet. Besides, royal tea can also play an important role in controlling and treating hypertension.
Helps lower cholesterol
Royal tea can strengthen the immune system, enhance resistance. Fights inflammation and may prevent cancer and heart disease. In Hue royal tea, there are high levels of antioxidants, which can help lower cholesterol.
You won’t see the effect of royal tea on your cholesterol right away. You have to drink the tea for weeks before there is any improvement in cholesterol levels.
Improves stomach and digestive problems
Due to poor eating habits and poor food quality, the stomach is often upset. However, Hue royal tea is known for its stomach-soothing properties. Helps relieve colic, flatulence, colic and constipation. It also promotes better food digestion and reduces stomach problems.
Effectively reduce acne and have more beautiful skin
Regular use of royal tea helps to detoxify the body and cleanse from the inside. Therefore, this cleansing property helps to give you perfect and soft skin.
The daily use of herbal tea clears acne skin, cures psoriasis, prevents eczema. As well as reducing pimples, redness, swelling and oxidative damage.
Reduce inflammation
Drinking Hue royal tea regularly can help people with arthritis. May help relieve pain, fatigue and swelling in the joints. Ground root in royal tea is one of the best herbs for reducing inflammation very well.
Against aging
Most people want to look and feel younger, but only a few work. All the antioxidants present in royal tea are known to aid in slowing down the aging process. Prevent the harmful effects of free radicals and reduce the aging of cells in your body.
Stay in shape
Royal tea has the effect of helping to regulate blood and reduce stress. It also stimulates blood circulation in the abdomen. That’s why this tea is so effective in keeping in shape.
In addition, the herbs in the tea can also purify the body and reduce the accumulation of excess fat. They contain vitamins such as A, B1, B2, C. Effective skin care, preventing excess fat accumulation in the body.
What types of Hue royal tea include?
As a famous specialty of Hue, royal tea now has many different types. Each type of royal tea has different flavors, attractive and suitable for many people’s preferences. Here are the royal teas that you should not miss when coming to Hue.
Royal tea bag filter
Tea bag filter tea is a popular royal tea species today, suitable for those who often travel or work. Or busy people, working all day at the office.
Royal tea bag filter is very convenient to make
Royal tea bags are usually packaged in boxes, each box can contain many small tea bags. Each small tea bag has a specific and appropriate amount, which is very convenient to brew.
When you need to drink tea, you just need to rinse the tea bag with boiling water and then add boiling water. Wait about 5 minutes to have a cup of tea or a royal tea pot to enjoy.
Hue Imperial Court Tea
Quy Phi Tea is a Hue royal tea that is loved by many people. In tea there are not only 16 common herbs of royal tea. But there can also be another herb that is celandine.
Hue Imperial Court Tea
Quy Phi tea is produced for women. Because tea has a great effect in detoxification, clearing heat, reducing acne, bringing smooth, shiny skin. In addition, tea is also very effective in keeping in shape.
Tea Minh Mang Hue royal court
If Quy Phi tea is used exclusively for women, Minh Mang tea is produced exclusively for men. Minh Mang Tea consists of 18 different herbs, selected for men.
Minh Mang tea has many different uses such as kidney tonic, yang, and vitality enhancement. Besides, tea also has the ability to effectively treat gout and become the choice of many men.
Mother Tea of Hue Imperial Court
Unlike Quy Phi and Minh Mang tea, Hue Mau Hau royal tea is produced for the elderly, people with weak eyes and often insomnia. Tra Mother Queen is a very meaningful gift for you to give to your parents and grandparents when traveling in Hue.
Because Mau Hau tea has the effect of supporting the treatment of high blood pressure, insomnia, and headaches. In addition, tea also supports improving eyesight and improving the health of users. At the same time, it helps to reduce cholesterol, tonic blood, cool the liver.
Hue royal tea G8, G9, G10
Royal tea G8, G9, G10 are three types of royal tea that are different in terms of packaging and ingredients in each tea. These three teas are suitable for all ages and can be enjoyed every day in your family.
In particular, G8 royal tea includes 26 different herbs. The tea has a light and ethereal sweetness. Tea includes 2 different packing ways, 250g and 500g.
G9 royal tea also includes the same ingredients as G8 royal tea, but the percentage of precious herbs will be higher. For example, the percentage of ginseng, goji berries, etc. will be higher in G9 tea than in G8 tea. Therefore, G9 tea has a stronger sweetness and is often bought by many people as gifts.
G10 royal tea is also made up of 26 herbs but the volume of these herbs is more. In the G10 royal tea bag, it will be divided into many small bags to drink and be vacuumed. This is a high-class royal tea, so the taste is also more delicious.
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How to enjoy Hue royal tea
In order to have a cup of Hue royal tea, the tea maker must be meticulous in each stage. Here is the art of enjoying tea according to Hue standards:
Step 1: Rinse the teapot with plain water
This stage cleans the kettle and increases the teapot temperature to help wake up the tea in the best way
Step 2: Wake up the tea
Put about 30g of tea in the pot with 2 to 3 apples. Then pour a small amount of water (85-90 degrees Celsius) just to cover the tea, shake well and drain the water after 30 seconds to 1 minute. This also helps to remove impurities from the tea during the drying process.
Step 3: Make tea
Pour boiling water (85-90 degrees Celsius) into the tea, gently shake the teapot. This will help the tea stir in the pot, making the tea stronger. Wait about 5 minutes for the tea to infuse.
Step 4: Enjoy the tea
Use a spoon to stir the tea and enjoy.
In addition to hot royal tea, you can make cold royal tea to drink on summer days. After brewing the tea, you can let it cool, put it in a glass bottle and put it in the refrigerator and enjoy.
Tips for using Hue royal tea
In order for royal tea to have the best health benefits, you need to pay attention to a few issues after drinking tea:
In royal tea, there are many herbs that stimulate the uterus. May lead to miscarriage or uterine contractions. Therefore, pregnant women should not drink royal tea. Or if you need to use it, you should consult your doctor before drinking tea.
Each day should only use about 30g to 40g of royal tea to bring the best effect. If you use too much, it will cause many side effects.
Besides using royal tea to improve health. You should also practice healthy living habits to enhance the effects of royal tea.
Address to buy Hue royal tea
In the past, royal tea was only for kings or princes of the country. Now, royal tea has become familiar with people’s lives. Therefore, many tourists choose royal tea as a specialty of Hue to give as gifts to grandparents and parents. Here are some addresses to buy quality royal tea at reasonable prices in Hue.
As the name suggests, Duc Phuong specializes in providing Hue royal teas at reasonable prices. Royal tea here is extracted from 16 herbs derived from nature, good for health. Besides bringing solid health, royal tea also helps women find perfect beauty.
At Duc Phuong store, you have many choices: Cung Dinh tea, Quy Phi tea, Minh Mang tea, Peony tea. In addition, there are also Nhat Da Emperor wine, a wine-soaked ladder, etc.
Tea at Duc Phuong is packaged in two types, 500gr and 1000gr. Buying large tea bags will save money compared to 500g packs. The price of products at Duc Phuong ranges from 35,000 VND to 1,200,000 VND.
Tra Dinh Vu Di is located about seven kilometers west of Hue city center. The name of the shop attracts the attention of many customers, because in the Sino-Vietnamese sense it is “tea shop in the drizzle”.
Here, visitors can taste different types of tea, including some special teas that were previously only served to the royal court in Hue. In addition, this place also guides the assistants in the preparation of royal teas.
Depending on the mixture of traditional Chinese medicine, you can make Hue royal teas with different flavors. Packages of royal tea, each containing a variety of herbs. After enjoying the tea, you can choose for yourself the tasteful royal tea packages to buy.
De Nhat Danh Tra is currently a royal tea brand loved by many Vietnamese people. The teas here always prioritize the health of users, so they are produced from high quality and natural ingredients. Bringing users abundant health, good sleep and no acne, beautiful skin.
Here, Hoang De tea is the most popular product. Emperor Tea is made from 26 royal herbs. Emperor Tea is packaged in a wide variety of sizes.
You can buy Hue royal tea with Hoang De brand to try it or use it for a long time like 250gr, 250gr red, 250gr green packages. Or tea box of 10 filter bags, 20 filter bags, 30 filter bags, 20 green bags, 12 packs,…
Dr.Tea
Address: No. 2/98 Nguyen Hue Street, Hue, Vietnam
Dr.Tea is a long-standing royal tea production company and has many agents and distribution stores. Dr.Tea’s teas are sold not only in Hue but also in the central, southern and northern provinces.
All types of royal tea at Dr.Tea are guaranteed of quality, safety and very clear origin. It is a reputable and safe place to buy royal tea at an affordable price.
Coming here, in addition to royal tea, queen tea, and imperial tea, you can also choose from many other unique products of Hue. For example, melaleuca oil, massage oil, Ganoderma lucidum, turmeric starch, turmeric ginger wine, etc.
Hue royal tea has become an indispensable drink of the ancient capital. Is a quintessence in the culinary art culture of Hue. Therefore, when coming to Hue, do not miss the unique specialty tea that Danang Private Car introduced above!
As the biggest and most famous traditional market in Hue, Dong Ba Hue market has everything you need. From food, crafts, gifts to fashion items, … This is also a famous tourist destination that almost every tourist visiting the ancient capital also stops by. Today, dulichsontra.com will reveal to you the experience of visiting, eating and shopping at Dong Ba market!
A brief introduction about Dong Ba market in Hue
History of Dong Ba Market
Dong Ba Market was built many years ago. Before 1899, it was located at Dong Ba Gate (East gate near Hue Citadel). In 1885, when the imperial city of Hue fell, the French colonialists destroyed the market.
In 1889, King Thanh Thai moved the market to the side of the Perfume River.
In 1887, King Dong Khanh ordered it to be rebuilt. In 1889, King Thanh Thai decided to move the market closer to the Perfume River, between Truong Tien Bridge and Gia Hoi Bridge.
The name of Dong Ba market in Hue
Dong Ba Market was originally named Quy Gia Thi – the name that marked the return of the Nguyen Dynasty after returning to Phu Xuan. The name Dong Ba market appeared in 1887 during the reign of King Dong Khanh, and is still called until now.
In fact, it originally had the real name of Dong Hoa market – Dong Ba gate. A name that mimics Chinese calling.
Where is Dong Ba Market in Hue and how to get there?
Location of Dong Ba market
The market is located at 2 Tran Hung Dao Street, Phu Hoa Ward, Hue City. Right on the edge of Truong Tien Bridge. It is about 1.3km from the city center, so finding the way and moving is relatively easy.
Move to Dong Ba market
Depending on how far or near your starting position is, choose the right vehicle to get to Tran Hung Dao Street, next to the Perfume River, you will see the market right away.
If you take a bus, the bus station stop is only about 200m from the market with about 3 minutes on foot.
If you have a car or motorbike, you can park your car at the market gate for 30,000 VND/car and 5,000 VND/motorcycle.
If you go with a lot of people, you can call a taxi, but the cost is much higher than the above means, about 200,000 VND / way, moreover, it is also quite passive.
Dong Ba Market starts to open from 5 am to 19 pm, it is closed, stopping all trading activities. Particularly for holidays, Tet may be adjusted to close a little later to serve everyone’s shopping needs.
The market is open all days.
Opening time: 5am – 7pm daily
According to dulichsontra.com’s experience, if there is no urgent business to visit the market, you should avoid “opening hours”. That is, when they first opened the shop, you should not come, if you see or bid but don’t buy, you will be blamed.
When to visit Dong Ba market in Hue?
Like all other traditional markets in Hue, Dong Ba market is open year-round throughout the month, regardless of rain or shine. Therefore, you can visit the market at any time you want.
However, if you go on a sunny day, it will be better. Because it’s dry, it’s convenient and clean to travel, also suitable for you to take pictures to check-in. From March to August is the dry season in Hue.
Visitors to Hue should go in the afternoon, around 3pm onwards. This is said to be the most ideal time to go to Dong Ba market . Because the afternoon is usually easier to bargain. Especially for those of you who like snacks, want to taste strange and delicious dishes, there are many new food stalls selling in the afternoon.
Structure of Dong Ba market in Hue?
Dong Ba Market has an area of about 15,600m2, divided into 3 floors with hundreds of stalls selling all kinds of goods.
The 1st floor is the food area
This is considered the most attractive area of the market. Here, all kinds of dried seafood of the Central region and Hue specialties such as shrimp paste, seasoning sauce, fish sauce, etc. can not be missed. In which, it is impossible not to mention the fish sauce – the condiment that makes the dishes. Hue adds more flavor.
The sellers here are very hospitable, friendly, thoughtful advice, so feel free to choose. But the dry specialties are quite strong, remember to pack them carefully!
2nd floor for craft stalls
The second floor of Dong Ba Hue market is dedicated to selling handicrafts. Here you will find poetic conical hats, accessories that go with the charming ao dai of Hue girls.
In addition, there are also typical handicraft products of traditional craft villages that are also sold here such as Phuoc Tich pottery, Da Le village bamboo, Ke Mon village’s jewelry, etc.
The 3rd floor is the area for clothes and fabrics
The highest area of the market takes you lost in the world of fabric and clothing stalls along with bags, hats, wallets, etc. An ideal space for fashionistas who love to shop.
In addition to the three main stalls, the market also has an outdoor area, also known as a flea market. This space does not regulate certain items, a place to practice for free traders, selling all kinds of items from dining, food, clothes, shoes…
Tourists are in Da Nang but want to combine to explore more dreaming Hue ancient capital. You can book a Hue tour from Da Nang to return in the same day. Visit the highlights of Hue.
What to eat at Dong Ba market? Suggest delicious dishes to try
It is not natural that Dong Ba market is considered as such an attractive tourist destination for tourists. This place can be called a culinary paradise when converging almost all Hue specialties. Visiting the market, you will surely wonder what to eat because every dish looks attractive.
Hue beef noodle soup and other types of vermicelli
Bun bo is a dish that has made Hue culinary brand. This dish is sold everywhere, restaurants or eateries, street vendors all have it. And bun bo Dong Ba market will definitely make you feel overwhelmed when enjoying. Prices range from 20,000 to 25,000 VND/bowl.
Hue beef noodle soup and other types of vermicelli
In addition to beef vermicelli, there are also a variety of other Hue vermicelli dishes that are equally attractive such as turmeric vermicelli, mussel vermicelli, sour shrimp vermicelli, vermicelli, …
Spring rolls
Nem lui is a typical dish of the Central people. Hue spring rolls are made from meat and rolls, grilled with a very specific aroma, served with raw vegetables, cucumber, sliced raw mango, dipped with sweet and sour dipping sauce. This dish in Dong Ba Hue market is sold opposite the roadside for 10,000 – 20,000 VND.
Types of cakes
Hue cuisine is also famous for its cakes. There can be flour cake, beo cake, little ram cake, banh chung, banh chung, wet cake, etc. And of course you can find all of these at the market.
At the beginning of the market you will see stalls selling delicious pate chaud with meat for only 5,000 VND / piece. A little further in, there are flour cakes filled with shrimp and meat, wet cakes with spring rolls and raw vegetables, or banh beo cups. Don’t forget to try the very attractive little ram cake with fish sauce!
Hue tea
Referring to Hue cuisine, it is impossible not to mention Hue tea. Hue tea has long been famous for its variety, sweet taste, and irresistible aroma.
There are dozens of different types of tea for you to choose from such as lotus seed tea, filtered powdered tea, green bean tea, mixed tea, fruit tea, banana tea, etc. Especially the unique and unique roasted pork wrap powdered tea. , very famous.
What does Dong Ba Hue market have to buy as a gift?
Not only a food paradise, this largest traditional market in Hue also sells a lot of suitable items for visitors to buy as gifts. Dulichsontra.com suggests you a few dishes such as:
Sesame Hue
Sesame is probably the first suggestion that we want to mention. Because this is a delicious and easy gift that almost everyone likes. Hue sesame has 2 types: flexible sesame and crispy sesame. Made from sesame, malt, sugar, peanuts. Particularly for crispy sesame, there is another ingredient, which is rice paper.
Characteristic sweetness but not boring. When you eat, you will feel the sweet, pleasant, supple taste. With hot tea, there is nothing like it. Sesame seeds are packed in packages with many weights for your reference.
Nem Hue
Coming to Dong Ba market in Hue , you can buy bamboo or spring rolls as gifts. Tre Hue has its own characteristics with two types of beef and pork with aroma, sweet taste, mixed with a little bit of golden fried bacon with galangal, garlic, and hearing. The outside is wrapped in guava leaves and then wrapped in banana leaves.
Nem chua is also a delicious dish that is no different from Tre, but the smaller one, the scent is somewhat different. This duo is always chosen by tourists to enjoy and buy to take home.
Hue royal tea
Hue royal tea is very fragrant, it is not only a drink for normal refreshment but has many good uses for health. Royal tea has many types, sold for about 50,000 – 60,000 VND/bag. You can buy it as a gift for your grandparents or parents.
Types of fish sauce
Hue has long been famous for fish sauce. Different from the fish sauce in other places, the fish sauce here is made pure, rich but not too salty, especially with a very fragrant smell. You can buy sour shrimp paste, oyster sauce, shrimp paste, etc. to use in daily meals or as gifts.
Fish sauce is usually packed in a box, the outside is wrapped in a plastic bag for easy transportation and does not have a strong smell when carrying.
Which hotel should I stay in for exploring Dong Ba Hue market?
To facilitate exploring Dong Ba market and save time. You should look for hotels and homestays near the market or the surrounding area. The accommodation system in Hue is very diverse, spoiled for you to choose according to your needs. A few suggestions you can refer to:
Hue Four Seasons Hotel: No. 7 Nguyen Cong Tru, Group 13, Hue City (0.8km from the market)
Tran Ly Hotel: 78 Le Loi, Hue City (1.4km from Dong Ba market)
Melia Vinperl Hue: 50A Hung Vuong Street, Hue City (about 3km from the market)
Recommend places near Dong Ba market in Hue
From Dong Ba market, it is easy to move to visit nearby places.
Truong Tien Bridge
From market to Truong Tien bridge only 750m. This bridge across the Perfume River connecting the South – North banks is also considered a representative image of Hue, attracting many tourists. You can walk on the bridge and admire the romantic Perfume River or explore the pedestrian street at the foot of the bridge.
Hue Imperial Citadel
1.4km from Dong Ba Hue market is Hue Citadel, also known as Hue Citadel. This is the largest-scale construction in Hue with a construction process of more than 300 years. The Citadel is the living place of the king of the Nguyen Dynasty, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage.
Thien Mu Pagoda
Moving about 5km further to the North, you can visit the sacred and mysterious Thien Mu pagoda. The pagoda is located on Ha Khe hill, on the left bank of the Perfume River, famous for many mysterious legends along with many impressive architectural works that everyone wants to explore.
A few notes to know when going to Dong Ba market in Hue
If you intend to buy seafood at Dong Ba market, you should come early because at this time, the seafood has just been caught ashore and brought to the market to sell, so it is always fresh.
Experience going to the market on Tet holiday is often very crowded. Please pay attention to preserve luggage, wallet, phone, … to avoid pickpockets, theft.
When you intend to buy things at Dong Ba market, don’t be afraid to bargain. Many people who review this market “challenge” the price a lot. If you don’t haggle, it’s easy to be “spoiled”. If you are good at negotiating, you will likely get a cheap item.
For believers who like to live virtual, you can go to the main gate area of the market with red letters of Dong Ba Market to take pictures. This is also the check-in coordinates that are popular with young people every time they come to Hue.
It is said that the easiest way to understand the local culture and pace of life is to visit the markets and come to Hue too. If you want to understand more about the people and culture here, visit Dong Ba Hue market . Not only can you visit and explore, but you can also enjoy a lot of delicious and attractive dishes at extremely cheap prices.
People who come to Hue will never forget the charming beauty of an ancient, peaceful but modern city. However, it will be a pity if you miss the opportunity to experience the unique Hue Royal Cuisine of this land. Join Danang Private Car to learn about the unique features of Hue cuisine right away!
What is Hue royal cuisine?
Vietnam currently has about 3,000 dishes of all kinds, of which more than 1,700 dishes are prepared according to the culinary style of Hue royal court. Cuisine in Hue royal court is considered the pinnacle of Vietnamese cuisine because of its sophistication and meticulousness.
Hue’s royal cuisine is not much different from folk dishes in terms of ingredients. However, the decoration and presentation of the dishes are delicate and meticulous to attract diners.
Hue’s royal cuisine is not only delicious but also very eye-catching
In addition, Hue royal dishes are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Especially, there is a harmonious balance between color and taste, yin and yang, hot and cold.
The ingredients, processing and delicate presentation of Hue royal cuisine have long been considered a cultural mark of the ancient capital. Hue cuisine is not only considered a sophisticated culinary art work. It is also the embodiment of the philosophy of life left by the forefathers.
What makes Hue royal cuisine?
It is no coincidence that the people of Hue can build such a wonderful cuisine. Having gone through hundreds of years of formation, development and preservation, there will be a number of factors affecting Hue cuisine.
Here are the most prominent factors that shape all kinds of dishes and cooking styles in Hue. Please join Danang Private Car to find out more details:
Climate factor
Hue has a tropical humid climate with two typical rainy and dry seasons. Along with the aridity of the soil are suitable conditions to produce diverse sources of raw materials. Since then, the delicious taste of the ingredients is the basic foundation for creating unforgettable dishes.
Historical factor
Going back many years ago, Hue used to be inhabited by the Cham Pa people. After that, Lord Nguyen when reigning chose Hue as the capital of Vietnam. These historical factors have promoted and formed the typical dishes of Hue. The most prominent of which is Hue royal cuisine .
Local people in Hue cuisine
Under the profound and far-reaching influence of Confucianism. Especially the idea of ”three obediences and four virtues” has formed the standard requirements for evaluating traditional women in the past. One of the most important criteria stated is cooking skills.
For many years, this thought has been ingrained in the subconscious of every local people, especially Hue women. Accordingly, every woman is constantly trying to learn. Improve yourself to reach this standard of evaluation.
Therefore, visitors can easily see that when cooking, Hue people almost put their whole mind and heart into every step.
Culture
Influenced by wet rice culture, Hue has many dishes made from rice such as beef vermicelli, vermicelli, banh xeo, sticky rice,…. In addition, local beliefs and lifestyles also play an important role. Especially in contributing to the development and maintenance of the cuisine in this destination.
That may be why for more than 600 years, Hue cuisine is divided into four seasons: spring – summer – autumn – winter. More or less, all contribute to the unique dishes of this land. Therefore, each dish has its own story and distinct human meaning.
Classification of Hue royal cuisine
In Hue, there are hundreds of different types of dishes from Hue street food, vegetarian dishes, folk dishes to royal dishes. Each type has its own characteristics and differences but all have one thing in common: perfection.
Simple ingredients like rice, potatoes and vegetables are transformed into delicious vegetarian dishes thanks to the culinary skills of the Hue people. In a mysterious way, these dishes have the same attractive color and taste as ordinary dishes.
It is the subtlety, meticulousness and care in cooking that more than 108 vegetarian dishes of Hue are still preserved to this day. Moreover, up to 75% of local people are Buddhist, so being vegetarian is quite important.
This is the reason why vegetarian cuisine in Hue has been developed and preserved for many years. Visitors can consider enjoying some famous vegetarian dishes such as banh tet, banh chung, vermicelli and vegetarian pho.
Ancient Hue royal cuisine
Conspicuous features of royal cuisine include fresh ingredients. Intricate cooking style, meticulous and elegant decoration and unique names.
Because in the past, royal dishes were served at royal banquets. Each dish is not only beautifully decorated but also has to ensure the most nutritional elements.
There are many typical dishes with the characteristics of royal cuisine such as spring rolls, longan tea, gac sticky rice, bird’s nests, phoenixes, phoenixes flying over the island, steamed unicorn shrimp… (Most of them are named after decoration and appearance of dishes).
Hue folk cuisine
Unlike Hue royal cuisine , although it is not a dish made from the best ingredients. But folk cuisine still ensures all standard criteria in both form and quality.
Various ingredients used to cook folk dishes can be found. The presentation and decoration of rustic dishes are not too picky or complicated. However, it still has to be elegant, streamlined and clean.
“Collectiveness” is a unique beauty in the folk culture of Hue people in particular and Vietnamese people in general. In particular, in cooking, Hue people always focus on color coordination. To make the dish not only beautiful but also delicious.
Some typical dishes of folk cuisine can be mentioned such as banh beo, wet cake with barbecue, Cao Lau, beef noodle soup, etc. Each dish is deeply connected with a story. As well as a message of love and loyalty of local people.
Famous dishes in ancient Hue royal cuisine
Hue royal cuisine has the characteristics of royal cuisine under the Nguyen dynasty. Created to serve in daily Royal meals, Royal banquets and royal rituals dedicated to ancestors.
Famous among them are the 8 rarest dishes called bowls of pearls in ancient royal cuisine. Below, Son Tra Travel will introduce you to these eight treasured dishes!
Spring rolls
Nem cong is a very unique dish when it is processed without cooking. Nem peas have the effect of eliminating toxins from the body because peacock meat has detoxifying properties. This dish consists of the thighs of peacocks that have been finely pounded. After being cooked by microbial fermentation thanks to hot spices such as galangal, garlic, pepper, …
No phoenix
Cha pho is made from phoenix meat, a rare bird that lives in the high mountains. The phoenix is collectively known as the phoenix, but the phoenix refers to the male birds. So this bird became rarer and more precious.
The phoenix meat is also finely pounded with spices and wrapped in banana leaves. Unlike spring rolls, this dish will be steamed. Similar to spring rolls, pho phoenix also has the effect of protecting health, which is a unique feature of Hue royal cuisine .
Western cow skin
Western bull, also known as rhinoceros, lives in deep forests and often eats thorny plants. The skin of the western bull is very thick but there is a thin area in the armpit. This is the part used to make nutritious ox skin.
Bear hand
Bear hand is also one of the special dishes of Hue royal cuisine . Because the bear’s hand part is very active, the meat is firm and very nutritious.
Bear hands are rich in nutrients, clean, and loved by ancient kings. At the same time, the dish also contributed to enhancing the strength and authority of the ancient kings.
Salanganes’Nest
Bird’s nest is a very precious high-class raw material from the past to the present. In the past, oats were only used to offer the king in solemn royal banquets. From oats can be processed many different dishes such as bird’s nest soup, bird’s nest stewed with pigeon meat, bird’s nest, …
Orangutan lips
Orangutans are the most intelligent of all primates, often living in the mountains. Catching orangutans is often difficult, so they often have to get drunk.
Orangutan’s lips are the most precious part of the orangutan. Therefore, this part is used to prepare dishes for the king. Orangutan’s lips are one of the outstanding dishes of ancient Hue royal cuisine .
Deer is a rare animal, so venison also became one of the ancient royal dishes. Venison is usually cooked as thigh tendon, soaked in water and vinegar to whiten. When the venison is soft, it will be cut into pieces and cooked with many other ingredients such as bamboo shoots, spring rolls, dried shrimp, etc.
Elephant leg meat
Elephant is an animal with a large body, but the leg area has a layer of soft tendon meat that is delicious to eat. This layer of meat tastes better than other parts of the elephant. In addition, elephant feet are also very difficult to find, so this dish is even more precious. Elephant leg meat was often prepared specifically for the feasts of ancient kings.
Typical dishes of Hue royal cuisine today
Hue cuisine today has a slight change according to the cultural conditions, weather and people here. Therefore, today’s bowls of pearls are usually dishes: abalone, fish fins, bird’s nest, fish bubbles, sea cucumber, fatty liver, sturgeon roe and lobster.
In Hue, precious dishes are replaced by more frugal dishes. But still retain the delicate beauty and nutrition in each dish. Here are some modern royal dishes of Hue:
Hue royal lotus rice
In the past, Hue royal lotus rice was a dish of the Nguyen Dynasty kings in the 18th century. Today, today’s dish has become so popular that it is served in weddings and birthday parties.
Royal lotus rice is a delicacy of Hue cuisine. This dish not only attracts diners by its delicious taste. It also conquers diners by its elegant presentation in the style of royal cuisine.
This dish is modeled on the shape of a beautiful blooming lotus. The inside is extremely quality with rice cooked from fragrant rice of An Cuu village, lotus seeds, spring rolls, fried eggs, chicken, shrimp, vegetables, etc. All wrapped in lotus leaves. skillfully imbued with the cool scent of lotus flowers.
Longan lotus seed tea
Longan lotus seed soup looks very simple because it only includes 3 main ingredients: lotus seeds, longan and granulated sugar. However, this is considered the most delicate dish of Hue royal cuisine .
To cook delicious longan lotus seed soup, you must choose the typical lotus of Hue, the new dish is full of flavor, fleshy, and fat. Longan must choose small seeds but the meat is crispy and sweet.
The lotus seed inserted into the longan must be as eye-catching as a pearl to qualify as an offering to the king. Nowadays, tourists come to Hue to enjoy this sweet dessert in many restaurants. From sidewalk shops, streets to luxurious and ancient restaurants.
Hue royal tea
Hue royal tea was originally served in the royal court of the Nguyen Dynasty. Nowadays, with precious herbs and delicious taste, many people use this tea for better health. This tea is suitable for all ages, so it is very suitable as a souvenir for your family
Address to enjoy Hue royal cuisine
Hue cuisine, especially royal cuisine, is famous for its processing and decoration. Created a unique feature that is not available everywhere. Discover the famous Hue royal dining restaurants below!
This is one of the most famous Hue restaurants in Vietnam. The restaurant has an area of more than 1200m2. With a capacity of more than 600 seats with many separate large and small rooms. All are designed in the style of ancient palace architecture combined with extremely modern oriental style.
Interior of Hue Royal Restaurant
The restaurant is surrounded by vibrant gardens, ornamental plants and large stone statues placed around the courtyard. Coming to Hue Royal Restaurant, you will fully feel the culinary culture of the people here. The restaurant serves traditional royal dishes, Asian and European dishes interwoven between past and present cuisine.
The menu at the restaurant is also very diverse with specialties such as pork rolls, grilled duck, stuffed squid, etc. In particular, the dishes are elaborately prepared with a luxurious dragon and phoenix image. Hue’s chefs all try to take care of the dishes to keep the typical culinary culture of this ancient capital.
In addition, not only Hue royal cuisine , at Cung Dinh restaurant, you will have the opportunity to put on the royal robes of the old kings. To enjoy the most complete royal meal.
Located in an old French mansion near the Imperial Citadel, Vuon Khe restaurant is known as the oldest French-Vietnamese restaurant in Hue. This restaurant is built in the old French architectural style. With the original brick background from 1915. The doors of the restaurant are designed in the style of the domes of ancient churches.
Entering the restaurant, you will feel the harmonious combination between modern Western style and traditional Hue culture. Wooden furniture is still used with a familiar layout like in old war movies.
Food at the restaurant is not too expensive but very delicious with a menu that combines traditional and modern dishes. If you come here, you should not miss the delicious green mango salad with grilled sea bass with Mediterranean sauce.
In addition, there is also grilled beef with banana leaves imbued with central identity with the typical aroma of lemongrass and banana leaves. The delicious banana bread with passion fruit sauce will be a great dessert for a meal.
In particular, Vuon Khe restaurant also has a small bar where guests can enjoy glasses of famous French wines. This is an ideal place when you not only want to discover Hue royal cuisine . But also want to find a combination of many different cuisines.
Ancient Hue Restaurant is located at Phu Mong – Kim Long garden house. Is an old aristocratic village located on the romantic Perfume River. The restaurant is architecturally designed by the investor as a capital of the ancient Nguyen kings. In particular, the layout and typical scenery of Hue ancient houses.
With an area of more than 2000m2, it is designed in a traditional style. In the middle of the restaurant yard are copper urns, ancient wells, lotus ponds and surrounded by five-room houses.
All of the houses here feature plenty of wooden furniture. Especially elaborate dragon and phoenix carvings. That creates a very ancient and luxurious feeling. Besides, there are also antique and painting galleries. Or Hue traditional Ao Dai for tourists to visit and take pictures.
The outstanding specialties at this restaurant are royal dishes with impressive and sophisticated decoration. The restaurant has a variety of dishes from Asia to Europe. But the most prominent is still Hue’s traditional dishes or special royal dishes.
Coming to Hue Co restaurant, you can both enjoy Hue royal cuisine and watch martial arts performances. Enjoy Hue royal court music like the old kings.
Y Thao garden house is one of the best Hue restaurants in Vietnam. The restaurant is located in the Hoang Thanh area owned by a family who lives here. The restaurant has the architecture of an old villa with two main areas: garden space and indoor space.
At Y Thao garden house, you can find very typical architecture of Hue through the careful design and decoration of the owner. Another special thing about visiting this restaurant is that you can admire the owner’s beautiful collection of ceramics and woodwork in the living room.
You can also chat together to understand more about Hue royal cuisine , about the life of Hue people before enjoying a meal at the garden house.
Y Thao garden house serves a variety of Hue specialties with beautiful cooking and presentation. The menu has a variety of vegetarian and savory dishes such as spring rolls, phoenix rolls, cinnamon rolls, green bean cakes, ..
More specifically, at this restaurant, you can also register for courses to cook Hue dishes in royal style at an affordable price. If you want to discover how to make luxurious dishes of Hue, this is a destination not to be missed.
Tinh Gia Vien Restaurant has a special location, right in the Imperial Citadel. The restaurant evokes the feeling of being lost in a palatial palace with a gentle space. But just as dignified as the banquet of the kings of old.
Tinh Gia Vien Restaurant is famous for its elegant space and authentic presentation of Hue royal cuisine . Simulating a royal palace, the restaurant is surrounded by hundreds of paper lanterns, bonsai, trees, flowers, a miniature pond and man-made waterfall.
Coming here, visitors will wear costumes and crowns of the kings and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty. The food is prepared like a royal banquet in the old days. There is also a band performing traditional music.
It can be said that Tinh Gia Vien restaurant is not only considered a culinary restaurant. It is also a cultural and artistic complex that tourists cannot ignore when coming to Hue. Therefore, the restaurant is on the list of the best Hue restaurants in Vietnam.
Hue royal cuisine not only brings delicious taste but also preserves the beauty of Hue culture, history and customs. Therefore, cuisine as well as Hue always bring wonderful and unforgettable experiences to visitors. Therefore, when coming to Hue, do not forget to enjoy the unique dishes of the ancient capital!
Hue Tourism impresses visitors not only by the quiet and ancient beauty of the ancient capital land, but also famous for countless famous specialties with irresistible delicious flavors, making anyone Have the opportunity to enjoy and nostalgic forever. In particular, Hue sesame is a candy that many tourists love, remember and buy when they go to Hue. Join Danang Private Car to learn from A – Z about this specialty in the article below!
Overview of Hue sesame – Sweet and fragrant specialties of the ancient capital
People still say that, if you have set foot in Hue but have never tasted the taste of sesame candy, it is considered an incomplete trip!
It is no coincidence that locals and tourists spread the word about this familiar, rustic candy but always keep a firm foothold and make an unforgettable impression in the hearts of such diners.
Since ancient times, sesame has become a popular and close gift, a dish of all Hue people. From adults to children, from the upper class to the common people, from Tet feasts to everyday cakes… sesame can appear anywhere and please everyone. Gradually, sesame has become a specialty, a candy brand that makes Hue people proud.
The main ingredient of sesame is sesame, adding peanuts, sugar, malt …
Surely, many people will be curious about the origin of the name Hue sesame . This name comes from the main ingredients that make up the candy: sesame and the way to make the basket (the way to swap condensed, flexible sugar).
In addition to sesame (sesame) as the main ingredient, in a sesame candy, there are also malt, peanuts, sugar… The sweetness of sugar, the fragrant, sweet taste of malt blended with crispy peanuts, and sesame seeds. making sesame candy has a special delicious taste, suitable for the taste of the majority of people.
Hue people often eat sesame seeds combined with sipping a cup of warm tea. Enjoying a piece of sweet, soft, fragrant cake, mixed with the sweet taste of tea is not only a way to enjoy ordinary candy but also has become an elegant, extremely poetic and attractive pleasure. Not only that, sesame is also a specialty of Hue as a “standard without adjustment” gift.
Have you ever tasted sesame candy or not? Son Tra Travel firmly believes that, those who have ever eaten sesame candy will not be able to forget its delicious, fatty, fleshy, and sweet taste.
However, if you dig deeper, you will know how to enjoy this popular gift in a more sophisticated but most appropriate way.
The way to enjoy sesame candy “standard without adjustment” is to sip it with a cup of warm lotus-marinated tea, mixed with the morning dew on lotus leaves. This is a very poetic way to eat candy and enjoy tea. The sweetness of the candy when combined with the acrid taste of the tea will make the delicious taste like being raised to a more standard level.
What are the types of Hue sesame seeds?
Sesame paste – Sweet, chewy, fleshy
This is the most common form of sesame candy that is being sold in many markets. The main ingredients are granulated sugar, malt, sesame, and peanuts. Using the traditional sesame cooking technique, the candy has a standard plasticity that can be rolled or bent, but when you remove your hand, the sesame candy will return to its original state.
Hue sticky sesame candy has the characteristic chewy taste of sesame candy, adding the crunchy taste of roasted peanuts, sesame … combined with sweet malt. Made from malt, adding a moderate amount of sugar according to the same general recipe, so the sesame candy is not too sweet but always delicious.
Strange crispy sesame
This is a less well known Hue sesame candy than the sticky sesame. Different from the chewy taste of sticky sesame, as the name suggests, the crunchy sesame candy when eaten will bring a crunchy, sweet feeling.
More bean paste ingredients, less sugar, wrapped in a layer of baked rice paper makes the sesame candy spring roll much stronger, when you take a bite, it will immediately melt in your mouth.
Unique mirror sesame
Mirror sesame is a type of sesame that when looking at it will make you immediately think of a thin golden mirror.
Mirror sesame candy is light yellow transparent like a mirror, sprinkled with roasted sesame and peanuts on the surface. When eating, you will feel the crunch, the sweetness of sugar, the fat of peanuts, roasted sesame and the faint smell of ginger – a combination that makes the perfect taste for this popular candy.
It is the difference of sesame candies that help visitors have more choices and the activity of buying and selling this specialty is also more bustling.
Hue ancient capital is a tourist city that can bring you rich and colorful experiences. Coming to Hue, visitors not only have the opportunity to enjoy many delicious and unique specialties, enjoy entertainment, but also discover and learn historical and cultural values. For a complete and meaningful trip, please refer to Hue Tour from Da Nang that Danang Private Car has “designed” for you.
Famous Hue sesame brands, the best place to sell sesame
It is a gift with an attractive taste, suitable for the taste of the majority of Hue people and “causes nostalgia” for tourists from all over the world, therefore, every time you come to the ancient capital, this is a gift that is appreciated by tourists from all over the world. Customers choose to buy as gifts the most. So what are the famous brands of sesame in Hue ?
Sesame Thien Huong
This is the most popular and famous sesame brand in Hue. Starting business in 1940, up to now, Thien Huong branded sesame sesame has not only received high appreciation from locals but also impressed tourists thanks to the standard taste of traditional sesame.
Thien Huong sesame seed was born the earliest in Hue
The main store of the oldest sesame seed in Hue is located at 20 Chi Lang, Hue city. Coming here, you will be overwhelmed when you are lost in the world of 100% standard sesame of the ancient capital.
Nam Thuan sesame seeds
This is also a brand of sesame that many people think of when looking to buy sesame as a gift. To buy genuine Nam Thuan sesame, go to the address 201 Huynh Thuc Khang street, Hue city.
Nam Thuan sesame seeds
Tai Ky sesame seeds
Another famous Hue sesame brand that you cannot ignore is Tai Ky sesame. Coming here, visitors can not only buy a large quantity of sesame candy, but also have the opportunity to observe firsthand the production process of Hue specialty confectionery.
Tai Ky is located at 49 Ngo Thi Nham Street, Hue City. This is also a place to supply a large number of sesame candy in the city as well as to supply markets and neighboring provinces.
In addition, there are still many other famous sesame brands that visitors can choose from such as Quy Thanh, Thanh Truc, Hien Ky Hue, Song Huong, Thanh Hung, Thien Truc…
In addition to the main stores, famous sesame brands are also sold at local markets, specialty stores, and supermarkets in Thua Thien Hue province. You can easily find and buy sesame seeds at Dong Ba market, Ben Ngu market, An Cuu market…
Suggestions for places to buy Hue sesame
Visitors can buy sesame seeds at the following addresses:
Thien Truc sesame seeds: 101 Ong Ich Khiem street, Hue city.
Dong Ba Market : No. 02 Tran Hung Dao Street, Hue City.
How to make sweet and delicious Hue sesame candy at home
Sesame candy is especially delicious, but it has very simple and close ingredients and is not difficult to make. No need to be too skillful, you can still easily make Hue-standard sesame candy right at home.
Ingredients for making sesame candy
Careful selection of ingredients, quality will ensure the deliciousness of the finished product
Tapioca flour: 2 tablespoons
Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
Honey: 5 tablespoons
Lemon: 1 fruit
Peanuts: 500 grams
White sesame: 200 grams
White sugar: 400 grams
How to make Hue sesame candy
Roasting sesame, roasting peanuts: First, you put a pan on the stove, add 200 grams of white sesame and roast on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Note, sesame is very flammable, so please adjust the heat not too high so that the sesame is evenly cooked, golden, fragrant and not burnt.
Cook sugar water: Put a pan on the stove, add 400 grams of white sugar and a bowl of filtered water to cook, wait about 10-15 minutes for the sugar water to thicken.
Cook the candy: When the sugar is mixed, squeeze the lemon juice and put it in the sugar pan, then stir and cook for about 8-10 minutes. Next, stir in the peeled peanuts.
Continue to add 2 tablespoons of tapioca starch to the cup, add 4-5 tablespoons of filtered water and stir to dissolve the powder. Add the tapioca water to the pan and stir well to prevent the dough from clumping. Then, add 5 tablespoons of honey, stir until completely dissolved into the candy, then turn off the heat, let the candy cool for about 10 minutes.
Molding, cutting candy: Prepare a rectangular mold, apply sesame oil evenly all over the inside of the mold so that when you pour the candy into it, it won’t stick. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds to cover the bottom of the mold. After the candy cools, slowly pour the candy into the mold, wait about 10-15 minutes, then continue to sprinkle with roasted sesame to cover the remaining candy. Wait for the candy to cool completely, slowly remove the candy from the mold, use a knife to cut into bite-sized pieces.
Finished products: After cutting candy, use cling film to seal the candy and then put it in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to harden the candy. The finished product of delicious candies will have a certain toughness, sweet aroma of sugar, roasted sesame, and the fatty flesh of peanuts.
How to preserve Hue sesame candy
After the candy is wrapped, put it in a box with a tight lid to ensure that the candy is not soft and avoid insects. Candy can be stored at room temperature for about 5-7 days and in the refrigerator for about 1 month.
Update the latest price of Hue sesame candy
Sesame seeds are closely associated with the formation and development of Hue culture and cuisine, becoming an indispensable feature when it comes to the ancient capital. Coming to Hue, it will be remiss if you do not enjoy sesame seeds and buy them as gifts for friends and relatives to enjoy this delicious gift. Here is the latest updated price of sesame candy:
Thien Huong sesame price
This is one of the earliest Thien Huong brands in Hue. The price of each pack of Thien Huong sesame candies ranges from 30,000 to 60,000 VND.
The price difference depends on the size, deliciousness, thickness… of the sesame candy. Regardless of the type, the taste of this specialty is still excellent, “remembering” with diners.
Selling price of Nam Thuan sesame
Each package of Nam Thuan sesame candy costs about 25,000 – 50,000 VND, extremely “chestnut” and suitable for many people’s pockets. With this affordable price, you can choose to buy many types and quantities of Hue sesame candies , suitable for gifting and giving to everyone.
Tai Ky sesame price
This is the famous sesame candy brand but the most affordable price. Tai Ky sesame candy is sold at “wholesale” price, only from 20,000 – 40,000 / pack of delicious and scrumptious candy.
It can be affirmed that, in the Central region in particular and throughout the S-shaped strip of land in general, despite the diversity and richness in traditional cuisine. But still, there are not many kinds of candy that are attractive enough to diners over time and keep the famous brand near and far like Hue sesame . If you have the opportunity to visit the ancient capital, do not forget to enjoy sesame candy!
One of the ancient streets registered in the tourist destination of Hue that tourists should go there is Bao Vinh old town. This place has a calm, ancient and peaceful color. Below, let’s explore what’s attractive about Bao Vinh Hue ‘s old town.
Brief introduction about Bao Vinh ancient town in Hue
Bao Vinh Ancient Town is a tourist destination known by many people because of its unique architecture and bold historical culture. Recently, however, Bao Vinh Old Quarter is facing the risk of being wiped out because the conservation work is too slow.
Bao Vinh Ancient Town Hue – A destination imbued with ancient architecture
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Where is Bao Vinh Hue Ancient Town located?
Bao Vinh Ancient Town is located in the north of the outskirts of the citadel in Huong Vinh commune – Huong Tra district – Thua Thien Hue . This is considered to be the largest trading port of Dang Trong, spanning the 17th and 19th centuries. Today, the old town is preserved very intact, only about 3km from the center. Therefore, it is easy for tourists to come to visit the ancient features of the neighborhood that is more than a few hundred years old.
The old town is located only 3km from the center, which is very attractive to tourists
How to get to Bao Vinh Ancient Town in Hue?
Traveling by road: You go from the city center through Trang Tien bridge. At the end of the bridge, turn right to Tran Hung Dao street. Next, you turn left to Huynh Thuc Khang Street and go along the Dong Ba River to the end of the road. When you meet Dao Duy Anh street, go all the way to Bao Vinh
Traveling by water: In addition, you can choose to take a boat along the banks of the Dong Ba River. When you reach the shore, you will walk up a short distance to Bao Vinh old town.
What is special about the history of Bao Vinh Hue ancient town?
Pho Co Bao Vinh Hue was once a neighborhood in the port town of Thanh Ha – Bao Vinh, it was formed in the early 17th century. This can be said to be the busiest place for trading and exchanging goods of Cochinchina. There are many traders from countries like China, Japan, Macau, India. There are even European countries coming here to exchange and trade goods.
What is special about the history of Bao Vinh Hue ancient town?
Previously, Bao Vinh old town was very famous for professions such as making coffins, making mother of pearl, mosaic, making bricks, etc. However, since the French colonialists invaded our country at that time, the Hue citadel fell and the city was destroyed. Bao Vinh was devastated. It is also from that that the professions in this street are less and less. Despite many difficulties, the people here are trying very hard to retain the golden beauty of Bao Vinh. They have kept each roof, door step, and scenery intact
Admire Bao Vinh Hue’s old town dyed with time
Today, although it has been faded over time, the shape is still preserved by the ancient lines. How much nostalgia always makes visitors come here nostalgic. The passage of time has also made many old houses quite degraded. Small houses are nestled next to high-rise buildings.
Following the oars of the Perfume River, looking to Bao Vinh old town, we can still admire the ancient features, the houses tinged with ancient moss. Especially at sunset, the afternoon sunlight gently embraces the peaceful neighborhood next to us. The picture is suddenly dyed sad, making visitors feel entangled and charming every time they visit
Experiencing many storms, this place still retains its old town character
Although it has been hundreds of years, Bao Vinh always brings its own beauty that makes visitors ecstatic. Because in every street corner and space in Bao Vinh old town, visitors will have a peaceful, romantic and enchanting breath.
Check-in points not to be missed in Bao Vinh ancient town in Hue
Bao Vinh village communal house
If you come to Bao Vinh ancient town in Hue, you should not miss the ancient village of Bao Vinh. No one remembers clearly what year this communal house was built, only knowing that it was built to worship the founder of the Pham family.
Bao Vinh village communal house – the common living place of the people here
This is the place where the villagers live, on the occasion of December 7 is the anniversary of his death. People often come here a lot to offer offerings. The village communal house also brings with it the old feudal architecture, the screens have been dyed with moss. All have brought visitors nostalgia of the past.
Bao Vinh Crossing Pier
The horizontal wharf is a dear image associated with Bao Vinh Hue’s old town with many memories. People put this as a horizontal wharf because passengers on the boat only go back and forth between BAo Vinh and Tien Non village, Sinh village or Than Tien village on the other side of the river.
If anyone has ever been on a boat trip, they must be very interested in the water but do not want to go ashore. When sitting on this boat, you will be able to see Bao Vinh old town fully. Pictures of houses close to each other, embankments built from the French period stretch across this stretch of road
Bao Vinh Hue Market
A market that brings me a peaceful, simple and dear character is Bao Vinh market. This market is not like other big markets because very few customers come to buy, so the items here are very few. Especially if you visit Bao Vinh market on Tet holiday, you will admire the outstanding traditional stalls in Hue.
Thien Giang Tu Temple
A temple that is more than 200 years old is Thien Giang Tu Pagoda. Although the area of this temple is small, it is cleaned very cleanly for visitors to visit. This temple is looked after by the elders who often come here to chant and recite Buddhist scriptures
Thien Giang Tu is said to have lived in the time of Bao Vinh’s formation, the pagoda’s architecture is bold in the design of the temple under the Ly Tran dynasty. Legend has it that in the temple there is still a terracotta Buddha statue with a very pure Vietnamese face.
According to a historical story, in the reign of King Tu Duc, when the king was sailing around, it rained, so he stopped at the temple to stay, then named the pagoda Thien Giang . This is quite reasonable because at the time of feudalism, only the King dared to put the word “Thien”.
Mat Biec Coffee Shop
Address: 66 old town Bao Vinh – Huong Vang – Huong Tra – Thua Thien Hue
The Eye of the Eye Café is an inspiration from the film Mat Biec directed by Victor Vu. This is a Hue tourist destination that many tourists check in because of its ancient features. The architectures here are all built in the ancient style, bringing dear feelings to visitors.
Bao Vinh ancient town in Hue is a destination that many people cannot help but be surprised when visiting. A small street corner under a dreamy sunshine brings nostalgic images. Bao Vinh is still lying there and waiting for the guests to come to comfort and admire
Hue – a poetic, romantic and sweet destination, a unique heritage region with its very own beauty, hard to mistake. If you have never set foot in Hue, it may be difficult to imagine how gentle and dear Hue is. Those who love Hue will surely have feelings, respect and nostalgia for this place. And for those who have never been to the ancient capital, they will definitely need more self-sufficient Hue travel experiences to refer to in the upcoming trip.
OVERVIEW OF HUE TOURISM – THE POETTER OF VIETNAM
Dubbed “the land of poetry” or “the land of the gods”, Hue tourism always knows how to seduce visitors with its quietness, slow pace of life and old architectural works. Once the political, cultural and religious center of the Nguyen Dynasty, Hue now retains almost intact palaces, mausoleums, pagodas and many ancient works.
Coming to Hue, visitors automatically immerse themselves in the old space, walk on the banks of the Perfume River and enjoy the special Royal style dishes. By 1993, Hue, along with the ancient spectrum of Hoi An, was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage, attracting millions of domestic and foreign tourists to visit. If you love nature, like beauty, tenderness and delicious food, Hue is the first name that comes to mind.
Although Hue tourism is not invested as strongly as Da Nang, this place is very suitable for a 2-3 day trip. In addition to the old buildings, Hue travel experience also suggests you the beaches, check-in points, very poetic virtual living and ravishing eco-tourism areas. So what are you waiting for without taking a moment to learn more interesting things about this ancient capital right now.
THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL HUE NEED TO KNOW?
Something about the climate in Hue should be known in advance
Hue is located in the middle of the S-shaped country, so the climate has interference between the North and the South. Specifically, the climate here belongs to the tropical monsoon area. Each year will be divided into 2 hot dry seasons and cold wet rainy seasons. The hot season lasts from May to September, with high temperatures. The cold season lasts from October to March next year, there is a lot of rain, it is cold. In some months, there will be extremely heavy rain, easy to cause floods and landslides. Therefore, there will be unfavorable months to travel to Hue .
What is the best time to travel to Hue?
If Danang’s tourism demand sees the largest number of visitors in the summer months, from May to July, Hue is a little different. Because simply, Da Nang mainly develops the type of sea tourism, water park. Meanwhile, Hue is more about the main attractions. According to Hue travel experience, the best time to come here is:
April and May: This is the time when Hue has not entered the hot season. The weather is extremely mild and pleasant, suitable for all fun activities. Especially, once every 2 years, Hue organizes a very large and unique Festival festival at the end of April. This is a festival honoring traditional cultural values, if going on this occasion, it will be very interesting. taste.
Traveling to Hue in the rainy season is also an interesting experience.
Tourism in Hue in the rainy season: Although not very convenient for sightseeing, the rainy season in Hue has an irresistible attraction. This city has been very skillful when it comes to making rain a specialty. In the rain, old buildings and garden houses suddenly become poetic and romantic. Especially, if you go in this season, the number of visitors is very small, you do not have to crowded or wait.
Flower season in Hue:For those who love flowers, they can go in very beautiful flower seasons. Although not as good as in Moc Chau or Hanoi, Hue still owns some typical flowers. The cornflower season in March and April, the red phoenix flower season in April-May-June, from May to August is the time when lotus flowers are in full bloom. Each flower season brings Hue a unique beauty that is difficult to confuse.
WHAT NEED TO PREPARATE FOR HUE TUC TRAVEL TRAVEL?
– About necessary costumes and accessories for Hue trip
Although you are very eager for a visit to Hue, do not miss investing in costumes. Going to Hue without taking pictures, living virtual is considered a waste of half the trip. If you want to have beautiful photos with Hue, it’s best to buy about a week in advance to catch up.
The mausoleum and the Citadel are very suitable for wearing these ancient costumes.The mausoleum and the Citadel are very suitable for wearing these ancient costumes.
Depending on the time of travel, choose appropriate clothes. If it is the dry season, priority should be given to neat, light, and sweat-absorbing outfits. If it is to buy rain, there will be no shortage of coats, scarves and socks. You should also buy several sets separately to suit the shooting context. If going to the beach, definitely bikini, sunglasses, hat. If it is the Citadel or mausoleum, you should choose ao dai, which can be traditional or innovative.
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Types of identification documents
Whether it’s a 1-day or long-term trip to Hue , documents are still something you can’t forget. Namely, ID card, car card, student card, etc. It will be necessary for you to rent a hotel, rent a motorbike, buy a discount ticket. Tell them, if you see any important documents, carry them, of course, keep them in your wallet carefully, don’t leave each place in a place that is easy to get lost.
Electronics and personal belongings
For a self-sufficient Hue tour to be complete, of course, a smartphone is indispensable, both for communication and for taking pictures. In addition, you can bring a camera, along with a battery charger, power bank, selfie stick. Regarding personal items, please prepare sunscreen, brush, face towel. Accompanied by drugs such as headache medicine, stomach pain medicine, bandages, etc.
HUE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE WHAT REASONABLE VEHICLE TO CHOOSE?
Going to Hue by plane – a quick solution
For those of you who are far from Hue like Saigon or Hanoi, this is the most appropriate option. The advantage of this vehicle is that it is extremely fast, only about 1-2 hours to arrive. Moreover, currently, the route Ho Chi Minh – Hue or Hanoi – Hue is exploited quite a lot by 3 airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet and Bamboo. From Hue airport to the center, it only takes 25 minutes to travel by taxi. More convenient, you can fly to Da Nang first. Then spend 1-2 days to explore Hue.
Flight tickets Saigon – Hue: 900k-1,300k/way.
Air ticket from Hanoi to Hue: 750k-1,600k/way.
Taxi price from Phu Bai airport – Hue center: 250k-300k / depending on the car 4-7 seats.
Coming to Hue by bus – cheap option
If you want to save a little money, you can switch to taking a bus. However, it takes quite a while. Specifically, from Saigon and Hanoi, it takes about 18-20 hours to Hue. That takes a lot of time, but most people only have about 3-4 days of free time to return, traveling long distances is tiring. Therefore, it is advisable to invest in flying, and taking a bus is only suitable for those who are not too far from Hue, or have a lot of time.
You can directly book tickets online via Hotline or website of the bus operator. And if you want to be more sure, just go to the bus station or the office to buy tickets easily. Here are some suggestions for car companies in 2 big cities, Saigon and Hanoi.
Bus companies in Hanoi to Hue
Camel Travel: Bus time runs at 17:00, 18:00, 18:45, ticket price is 250k / way. Hotline for booking: 024 8585 0555 / 090 222 7070.
Queen Cafe Open Bus: Bus runs at 18:00; 18:30, ticket price 280k / way. Hotline for booking tickets: 0243 9036 036.
Thanh Hung garage: Hours of operation are 18:00, 19:00, 19:30, ticket price is 250k-300k/way. Hotline for booking: 0243 9900 333 / 090 225 22 00..
Nhat Tuan garage: The car runs at 16:00, 17:00, the ticket price is 280k / way. Ticket booking hotline: 024 8589 8333 / 0899 233 28.
Bus companies in Saigon to Hue:
Anh Tan bus: Hours of operation are 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 11:00, 13:00, ticket price is 500k/way. Hotline for booking tickets: 094.331.4668.
Hoang Long garage: The car runs at 7am, 8am, 14h30, 17h30, 18h30 and 21h, fare 550k / way. Hotline: 0234.385.4854.
Minh Phuong garage: The car runs at 7am, the ticket price is 430k / way. Hotline: 093.583.3393.
Minh Duc garage: The bus runs at 8:00 am, the ticket price is 430k / way. Hotline: 093.583.3393 – 094.574.3232.
NOTE:Because the schedule of the garage is subject to change. So according to self-sufficient travel experience in Hue, before you leave, you should ask clearly about the starting point, price as well as advance booking procedures. Because sometimes on peak days, tickets will sell out quickly. Most of the above bus companies pick up passengers at the central bus station, in Saigon it is Mien Dong bus station and in Ha Hoi it is Nuoc Ngam, My Dinh or Giap Bat bus stations.
Traveling to Hue by motorbike – an experience plan
Traveling in Hue by motorbike is the choice of many young people, but the starting point is usually Da Nang, Quang Tri, Quang Binh, and neighboring provinces. If you come from Da Nang, you can combine conquering Hai Van pass, check in the famous Hai Van Quan. Moreover, this option will help you save a lot of money, you don’t have to go to Hue to rent a car.
Going to Hue by train – interesting option
If you have a lot of time, want to have a true experience trip, the train is also very interesting. On the car, you can find a lot of fun, enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the road, and the cost of the train ride is also very cheap. To save time and limit train stops, you should choose to take the SE trains. About the schedule and ticket price, you can look up on the Vietnam Railways system at dsvn.vn. Ticket price from 400k-500k/way.
Selecting Hue Car Rental chaufeur service, you will be provided with reasonable price, professional drivers and quality vehicles. Depending on your budget, the number of group members and the number of luggage, there are different offers from economy to executive class cars. According to our thoughts, driving along Hue Ancient City roads will be pleasant and memorable with rows of trees, ancient architecture, …
Rent a motorbike in Hue
No matter how you come to Hue, by plane or sleeper bus, it is still advisable to rent a motorbike to move around. The places to visit and play in Hue are not concentrated in the center but scattered in the surrounding areas. If you are determined to visit as many places as possible, riding a motorbike is still the most economical and convenient way. Motorbike rental in Hue ranges from 120k-150k/day.
If you are confused and don’t know where to rent a motorbike, you can call Sister Chi motorbike rental shop , phone number 0389.441.733 will have a new car delivered within 30 minutes. Chi is one of the largest motorbike manufacturers in Hue, providing a large number of vehicles for regular maintenance, so you can rest assured to rent here.
Catch a taxi in Hue
If you want a simple and light trip, taxi is still the most suitable choice. This option is suitable for travelers with abundant resources, traveling in groups or having a specific destination. Taxi prices in Hue are also quite cheap, but you should be clear about the fare as well as the route you take to avoid being hacked. Some taxi companies for your reference:
Mai Linh Taxi: 0234.3.89.89.89 – 0234.3.82.47.47
Thanh Cong Taxi: 0234.3.57.57.57- 0234.6.57.57.57
Yellow Taxi: 0234.3.79.79.79
Hoang Sa Taxi: 0234.3.75.75.75
Ride a cyclo in Hue
As a means of transport and also a super interesting experience in Hue, it is traveling by cyclo. You will see a lot of cyclos parked at the attractions as well as in the center. To feel Hue with a gentle, deep look, everyone should spend a little time roaming around by cyclo to try once. About the price, you can negotiate with the driver, if it’s crowded, will it be reduced.
In addition to the above options, there are many other options such as renting a tourist car (with driver), booking a tour to visit, very suitable for guests traveling in groups. In general, you can be flexible about transportation, so that it is most convenient for everyone.
HUE TOURISM SHOULD STAY CHEAP, MOST CONVENIENT HOTEL?
Hue is a rising tourist destination of the Central region, so it is not difficult for you to have a place to stay in the center. Regarding the accommodation system, Hue, in addition to resorts and hotels, also has homestays and motels with all rental rates from low to high. Depending on the budget, the needs of each person should choose where to be reasonable.
Resorts in Hue
Although not inclined to resort tourism like Da Nang, there is no shortage of luxury resorts in Hue. Here, visitors will have moments of relaxation in the heart of the dream city, where there are ancient and contemplative buildings. Lang Co Beach Resort, Vedana Lagoon Resort & Spa, Banyan Tree Lang Co Resort or Lapochine Beach Resort.
Hue Hotels
Compared to homestays and resorts, hotels in Hue are very diverse and rich, so there will be less room fire. According to the assessment, most hotels and motels are concentrated mainly on Le Loi street, near Truong Tien bridge. The rental price ranges from 200-400k/night. Suggest some beautiful, spacious hotels with affordable rents such as Beaulieu Boutique, The Scarlett Boutique or Hotel La Perle.
Homestays in Hue
For young people who like something special, they can stay at homestays. According to Hue travel experience, the rental price will usually be cheaper than the hotel, only from 100k / dorm room. In addition, most homestays are now full of services such as motorbike rental, laundry, tour booking, etc. Some suggestions for you are Sala homestay, Hue Sweethouse Homestay, Lucky Homestay.
THE MOST POPULAR HUE TOURIST PLACE MUST COME ONCE
Hue tourist attractions in the inner city
Imperial Citadel
The Citadel, also known as the Imperial Citadel of Hue, is the most typical and beautiful work of the Military Complex of Hue Monuments. This used to be the working and living place of the Nguyen Dynasty kings for 143 years, known as the last feudal dynasty of Vietnam. As a royal palace, this place possesses a very large and impressive architecture, bringing many historical, cultural and political values.
A panoramic view of Ngo Mon – Citadel.
Here, visitors will buy tickets to visit the Citadel for 200k/pax . Inside the Citadel are famous works such as Ngo Mon Gate, Ky Dai Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Quoc Tu Giam. If you don’t like going inside, you don’t need to buy a ticket but just have fun and take pictures outside. However, if it takes a long time to come to Hue, you should still go inside to visit.
Thien Mu Pagoda
As an ancient temple in Hue, built in 1601, Thien Mu Pagoda is also a famous spiritual site in the ancient capital. Located on the beautiful Ha Khe hill, facing the gentle Perfume River, the temple appears with a peaceful and impressive look. Tourists come here very interested in sightseeing, walking as well as curious about the mysterious stories behind it.
Have you checked in this angle at Thien Mu Pagoda yet?
Truong Tien Bridge – Perfume River
Hue travel experience cannot ignore Truong Tien Bridge. This is the first bridge across the Perfume River, located right next to the Hue citadel. The bridge was inherently associated with many names such as Thanh Thai, Clémenceau, Nguyen Hoang before being called Truong Tien, or Trang Tien as it is today. The bridge has not only economic significance but also the pride of Hue people. Standing on the bridge, visitors can see the whole dream city.
Just like a soft silk sheet, the appearance of the Perfume River seems to add more and more dreamy look to Hue city. Tourists love to go for a walk, admire the scenery of the Perfume River from both sides, and in the distance, Truong Tien Bridge has remained so solid over the years. To be able to record memories with this legendary river, you can choose to take a cruise and enjoy Hue songs on the very poetic and unique Perfume River.
Dong Ba Market
With a history of up to 120 years, Dong Ba market is not only a place to focus on trade, but it is also a very important historical witness. It can be said that if traveling to Hue without visiting Dong Ba market, it is considered as if you have not set foot in Hue. Whether it is a self-sufficient Hue tour or a tour, you should still visit the market to visit and shop.
Dong Ba Market – a long-standing market in Hue.In addition to the stalls selling common items such as shoes, clothes, and hats, the market also sells a lot of souvenirs that are very delicate handcrafted items. But the most noticeable is still the variety of fish sauce and Hue delicacies, which are the easiest to attract tourists here.
Hue tourist attractions in the suburbs
The system of tombs of Minh Mang – Khai Dinh – Tu Duc
Currently, in Hue, there are still 7 tombs of the Nguyen kings, but only 3 are the most beautiful, invested for tourists to visit. Each mausoleum has its own architecture, showing the personality, virtue and aesthetics of each king. If Minh Mang Tomb has a solemn look, Tu Duc Tomb is somewhat poetic, Khai Dinh Tomb is more majestic and superficial.
Thuy Tien Lake – Abandoned Park
Thuy Tien Lake Park is known as an abandoned park in Hue. Although it has been closed for a long time, this place is still in the top of the most attractive Hue tourist attractions, because of its desolate, creepy look. In particular, since appearing on a foreign newspaper site, many curious young people have flocked here to discover the mysterious and mysterious features of this place.
Thien An Hill in Mac Biec
Few people know that, right in Hue, there is a very poetic place, likened to Da Lat, which is the hill named Thien An. Many young people have chosen this peaceful, tree-covered space to roam, admire the scenery and take beautiful photos. The path leading to the deep forest, with green pine trees on both sides, suddenly became a favorite background for young people to check in and live virtual. A useful Hue travel experience for you is that going on a sunny day the picture will be much more beautiful.
Vong Canh Hill
The reason it is called Vong Canh hill is because from here you can see the whole city. In the past, this place was chosen by the Nguyen kings as a place to stop and admire the scenery. From the top of the hill, looking out into the distance, you can see the whole Huong Giang stream winding through the mountains and forests, in the middle of the stream are canoes that add to the poetic and gentle beauty of this place.
Lap An lagoon
Compared to the great love cup of Hue, Lap An lagoon appears with wild, quiet features and a bit of swordplay. Nature has favored this place with an enchanting beauty, with the charming Lang Co bay on one side and the majestic Bach Ma mountain range on the other. From here, young people can drop their souls on the path leading to the exit in the middle of the lagoon, take virtual photos or simply watch the sunset.
Tam Giang Lagoon
Known as the largest lagoon system in Southeast Asia, Tam Giang Lagoon is not only famous for fishing but also impresses with its unspoiled and quiet beauty. Coming here, visitors definitely cannot ignore two Hue tourist attractions that are Thai Duong Ha fishing village and Ru Cha mangrove forest. Join the floating market of Tam Giang lagoon to learn about the life of the people of the fishing village.
Ecotourism sites in Hue
Suoi Voi tourist area
The reason why this place is called Elephant Spring is because there are rocks in the shape of very vivid elephants. This is an interesting destination for weekends with cool water along with fresh air, beautiful mountain scenery. Coming to play at Suoi Voi, visitors can enjoy bathing in streams, eating local dishes or resting in leaf huts. The ideal time to go to Suoi Voi is in the summer, this is a useful Hue travel experience to have a fun and less troublesome trip.
Alba Thanh Tan Hot Springs
As an ideal family vacation destination, Alba Thanh Tan has a full range of services such as accommodation, restaurants, massage & spa, adventure games and especially hot mineral springs. good for health. There will be combo packages for adults and children, ranging from 160k-760k, including services such as entrance ticket, mineral bath, buffet, zipline, etc.
A Nor – A Luoi waterfall tourist area
Located in A Luoi town, A Luoi waterfall has a unique 3-tier cascade system. With the shortest waterfall at the top, the highest waterfall at the end, forming a beautiful waterfall over 100m high. Away from the noisy city, coming to Anor waterfall, visitors will be immersed in the clear stream at the foot of the waterfall, organize a barbecue among the mountains or learn about the traditional culture of ethnic minorities. in A Luoi.
Other Hue tourist attractions
Although Hue does not have many entertainment and entertainment resorts, it converges many beautiful attractions that are worth visiting once. In addition to the names mentioned above, Hue is also famous for many destinations such as Bach Ma mountain, Thuan An beach, Canh Duong beach, Hai Van Quan relic, Xuan Thuy incense village, An Dinh palace, Nam Giao music house, etc. Phu Cam worship,
HUE TOURISM AND DELICIOUS DELICIOUS FOODS TO ENJOY
Bun Bo Hue
Anyone who has come to Hue without eating Hue beef noodle soup is meaningless. Hue beef noodle brand is no longer a specialty of the ancient capital but also very famous and popular from the North to the South. Although now, beef noodle soup has been presented to each region’s taste, but the taste of bun bo in Hue is still the best. A bowl of beef noodle soup with a characteristic red color, pungent flavor, and bold lemongrass flavor in the broth. In particular, when you try the broth, you can see that the fish sauce flavor is very noticeable, creating a very unique taste of Hue beef noodle soup.
Hue beef noodle soup – the quintessence of Hue cuisine.
Banh beo – Nam – filter
Traveling to Hue, visitors will be attracted by the small, beautiful cakes, in which it is impossible to ignore the trio of beo – nam – filter, which is a specialty of this region. Filter cake is made from filter flour, wrapped in banana leaves or dong leaves. Banh nam is soft and fragrant because of the cake flour and the red taste of ground shrimp, while banh beo is poured in tiny cups, and the filling is very attractive. . In particular, the price of these Hue cakes is very cheap, just holding a few dozen can be full. Self-sufficient travel experience in Hue, if you want to eat well, visit the very famous Ba Do restaurant.
Mussel rice, mussel vermicelli
If we say the most rustic dish in Hue, it must be mentioned mussel rice, mussel vermicelli and mussel noodles. Mussels are caught directly from the mussels, although small, but very fresh and sweet, they are lightly fried and then mixed with vegetables, fat, peanuts and vermicelli to create a very strange taste. In particular, this dish is more delicious when served with a cup of hot mussel juice. Most of the streets, big and small, sell this dish, from big shops to street vendors. But the best is still eating at Con Hen, p. Vy Da.
Mussel dishes are a folk dish of Hue people.
Hue tea
When it comes to Hue specialties, we have to mention tea dishes, in Co Do there are a total of 36 different types of tea, all of which are delicious. Typically, it is very famous pork filter powder tea. In Hue, it is difficult to find anywhere selling less than 10 types, and when enjoying, visitors can order by the glass or a combo of 10-20 cups of each type depending on their consciousness. Compared to tea in other places, Hue tea is less sweet, has an ethereal sweet taste, so it is not boring.
In addition to the famous specialties mentioned above, Hue is also known for many delicious dishes such as fruit green bean cake, Nam Pho soup cake, grilled meat vermicelli, banh Khoai, etc. If you have a long Hue tour, You should schedule to sweep all the delicious dishes here. It is important to know which restaurant is the best, to schedule a detailed and complete schedule.
HUE TOURISM EXPERIENCE – SUGGESTIONS FOR SPECIAL GIFTS
Hue specialties make ideal gifts
Sesame
For a long time, sesame has become a cake associated with the land and people of Hue. Those who have the opportunity to travel to Hue, at least buy a few bags of sesame seeds to return as gifts for their family. Thanks to the delicate sweetness of malt sugar, combined with the fatty taste of peanuts and sesame, the cake is extremely loved by both adults and children. It is very suitable for use for receptions, treats or dinners.
The packets of sesame seeds are a meaningful gift during the trip to Hue.
Tre Hue
Tre, is a dish that has a similar recipe to spring rolls and rolls but has a very unique flavor. To prepare this dish, people bring together many different ingredients, including beef or pork, braised fish sauce, chili powder, fresh chili, galangal, roasted sesame and especially rice ear. All are mixed with a certain ratio, wrapped in banana leaves, similar to spring rolls. It has a pink spicy taste, the crispy taste of meat, not too sour like spring rolls or sweet like spring rolls.
Hue royal tea
Originally a drink enjoyed by kings and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty, royal tea has now become famous throughout the country. Tea is not only delicious, nutritious but also a panacea to help increase resistance, reduce stress and is very good for health. Tea is synthesized from many rare herbs such as artichokes, stevia, ginseng, anise, licorice, flowers, herbs, etc. Travelers from far away who want to buy tea can go to special shops. products or shops specializing in Hue royal tea in the center of Hue.
Hue sauce
Hue specialties cannot help but name different types of fish sauce, which are ruoc sauce, seasoning sauce, sour shrimp paste, oyster sauce, etc. Each type of fish sauce has its own unique flavor, processed according to traditional recipes, so it is very difficult. mistake. If you pass by the rows of fish sauce, it will definitely be difficult to resist the fish sauce with eye-catching colors, lined up in a straight line with the fragrance flying everywhere. You can buy fish sauce at Dong Ba market or specialty stores.
Hue tourism – meaningful souvenirs
In addition to the specialties introduced in the self-sufficient Hue travel experience above, Hue is also famous for unique souvenirs. Walking at Dong Ba market or attractions, you will easily see the image of a very pretty Bai Tho conical hat. In particular, on the rims of the conical hats are embroidered or printed with typical images of Hue such as the ancient capital girl, Truong Tien bridge.
Besides, for those who love the arts, it will be difficult to resist the embroidery and lacquer paintings. Each work is created by the skillful and skillful hands of famous artists who have breathed their soul into it. Each picture shows the author’s thoughts and feelings for the homeland, the country and the people of Hue.
HUE DA NANG TRAVEL EXPERIENCE 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT – DETAILED SCHEDULE
Hue has a strong attraction, so that everyone has to tell their hearts to come to Hue even once. However, in Hue, the attractions and tourist areas are not as many as in Da Nang. Thus, just a trip to Hue 2 days 1 night is enough to feel about Hue. If you have more time, you should choose to fly to Da Nang, then spend 1-2 days to have fun in Hue. The rest of the days should be spent playing in Da Nang, here there are many attractive destinations.
Da Nang – Hue tour on the first day
Because there are friends in Saigon, there are friends in Hue, and there are friends in Da Nang, so it will be difficult to give the most general suggestion about means and travel time. Therefore, in this 2 days 1 night Hue travel itinerary, you should choose the most suitable means by yourself. Note, should watch the time to Hue in the evening. Leaving the next day is always convenient.
About accommodation: It is recommended to rent a homestay or hotel in the Western Quarter area because the price is quite cheap and it is also more convenient to move.
Morning: You find a nearby restaurant to have breakfast then start your sightseeing journey. On the first day, because there is still strength, take advantage of going to distant places first. For example, Hai Van Quan, Lang Co bay, Lap An lagoon, Thuan An beach, Ru Cha forest, etc. If you come to Hue by plane or bus, you must rent a motorbike to move around for your convenience.
Evening: After becoming a city, you find a place to have dinner and then go to West Street. Note, Hue closes quite early, so take advantage of going a little early. Moreover, the evening in Hue is quite quiet, so there are not many places to play.
Da Nang – Hue tour on the second day
If the first day took time to go to the suburbs, then the second day you should schedule the points in the center. Suggest some spots like Quoc Hoc Hue, Thuy Tien lake because these places are very beautiful on the picture. Then, buy tickets to visit the Citadel, Khai Dinh Tomb, Nam Giao Forum. These are all remnants of the Nguyen Dynasty, so there are many interesting things.
After that, if you still have time, you should stop by Thien Mu pagoda, watch the Perfume River and in the afternoon go to Dong Ba market, go sightseeing, eat ready to buy things as gifts. After that, return to the hotel to check out and leave Hue.
Currently, Hue is becoming a tourist highlight of the Central region, not inferior to Da Nang. Hue tour or self-sufficient, this depends on each visitor. For example, young people like to go on their own, adults like to go on tour for leisure. In terms of funding, going on a tour will help you balance the cost, because usually the tour package includes nothing more.
If you are in Da Nang, want to go to Hue but have little time, it is very convenient to choose Hue 1 day tour . Going on a tour with shuttle bus, food, sightseeing tickets, etc., so you don’t have to rent a car, find a place to eat or wait to buy tickets. Saying them, it is easy to understand that if you go on a tour, if you have booked a tour, you will get on the car every day. Usually tours departing from Da Nang will go and return in the same day, not staying.
HUE TOURISM EXPERIENCE NEED TO KNOW?
Hue is very famous for places such as royal palaces, mausoleums, temples, etc. Therefore, when visiting these monuments, pay attention to comply with the regulations. Specifically, do not dress revealingly or pose offensively when visiting the Citadel or the king’s mausoleum. In particular, do not film, take pictures or arbitrarily touch the artifacts inside the mausoleums and temples if there is a ban board.
If departing from Da Nang by motorbike, pay attention to issues such as checking the vehicle, filling up the tank with gas and being careful when driving. Because the Hai Van pass is quite winding, the bends are narrow, if the car is old or the driver is weak, it is easy to have an accident. In addition, should bring all documents, wear a quality helmet when participating in driving.
Regarding shopping experience in Hue, you should go to Dong Ba market because there are a variety of specialty items sold here. Note, it is recommended to pay first ½ of the initial offer price, then gradually raise it. To make it easier to bargain, you should go in the afternoon because morning bargaining is something no one likes. If you go on a crowded holiday or New Year, you should pay attention to your bags and luggage.
Although it is summer, the weather in Hue at night often turns cold. So you need to bring a light jacket to avoid catching a cold when going out. It is best to monitor the weather situation to be prepared to be sure.
Plan ahead for the places you plan to go. Ideally, if you are short on time, just select a few places. To feel Hue clearly, you have to stay for a long time, don’t try to run the show because it’s easy to get exhausted and you can’t explore everything.
Although the system of rooms in Hue is very diverse, in the high season, it is still easy to catch fire as usual. Ideally, you should take the initiative to book a room in advance to be sure, and rent a satisfactory room. In addition to booking directly via Hotline or the hotel’s website, you can book on Agoda, Booking or Travaloka booking applications.
Above are some self-sufficient Hue travel experiences that I and my friends have gathered. Hopefully, it will be a magnet for those of you who have not had the opportunity to go to Hue to have useful information in the upcoming trip. The article every day will update more information about new attractions and places to eat. Everyone remember to follow regularly to know what Hue has!
