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Vietnam, Hue: Imperial City

Published: 26.3.2016
Our journey continued to Hue (Huế), the former capital of Vietnamese emperors situated in the central Vietnam.

Tired of heat and train we were really grateful for the hostel owner to pick us up at the train station. He even offered us a bike to rent for an affordable price. Breakfast was included in the price for the accommodation. We quickly also found out that there was a restaurant just around the corner and they made the best pho (phở) soup. A bit further there was a stand selling outstanding ice cream. The paradise on earth.

Hue

Some couple of minutes later I doubted by thoughts on paradise. It was during our walk in the city. In 1993 the city became UNESCO protected sight (among the first sights in Vietnam). There is really a lot to see. First, we were heading to the Imperial City.

Since 19th century until the end of the WII Hue had been home to emperors. The last Vietnamese dynasty Nguyen ruled from there. The city’s construction began in 1805. Tens of thousands had worked on it for thirty years. Three hundred palaces, temples, and other buildings that cover 500 hectares were built beyond its 7-meter wall.

Hue

An unsuccessful attempt to enter the city break our thoughts on history. The system of entering the city was far from simple. But it is hardly a new thing – Ngọ Môn entrance gate has five entrances. Only emperor could enter through the middle one which is the largest. The other two on the sides were used by officials and the two entrances on the edges were used for soldiers, horses, and elephants.

Hue

We were heading toward the imperial throne right away. It is in the Hall of Supreme Harmony (Thái Hòa). The most important ceremonies were held there. Diplomats were received here. Emperor’s birthday was celebrated. The emperor met his dignitaries in other place – the Left and Right houses. The Imperial Theater is also an interesting building.

Huge bronze pots caught our attention. They were placed on a huge yard (just in front of the Eternal Purity pavillion ). They are no longer used today. Before, however, these pots were used for ceremonies. The largest of them is truly heavy – 2.5 tons. Despite the pots are empty today, we can still observe how thoughtfully they were made.

Hue Hue

Many tourists roam inside the former imperial city. Therefore, you can hardly enjoy atmosphere of the past. Should you have some time to spare for a walk in the evening then go outside the wall surrounding the city for there are many locals enjoying cool breeze on velvet-smooth grass. They talk, eat and realax.

However, we did not intend to idle. Emperors’ tombs around Hue was our plan for the following day.

GPS: 16°28'11.9"N 107°34'36.4"E

Text and photos: Hana Bašová



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