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Discover the beauty of Hue Citadel - a symbol of the old capital

Referring to the city of Hue, everyone always thinks of an ancient city with beautiful sadness. The highlight in that picture is the Hue Citadel with a history of hundreds of years. Hue Citadel is not only a symbol but also the pride of the people of Hue.

Indochina Charm Tours 2/22/2021 5 min read
Discover the beauty of Hue Citadel - a symbol of the old capital

 

Referring to the city of Hue, everyone always thinks of an ancient city with beautiful sadness. The highlight in that picture is the Hue Citadel with a history of hundreds of years. Hue Citadel is not only a symbol but also the pride of the people of Hue. 

 

About Hue Citadel

Address: 23/8 Street, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province.

Hue Citadel is located in Hue Citadel which has been recognized as a world cultural heritage. Hue Citadel used to be a place for the activities and activities of kings and Nguyen dynasties.

 

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Hue Citadel is located in the complex of the ancient capital of Hue. Photo: tourismdanang

Coming to this place, you will extremely enjoy the special architecture: Thai Hoa Palace, Forbidden City, Ngo Mon Gate, Hoang Thanh and many other places. If you want to admire the ancient beauty with your own eyes, do not rush to miss Hue Dai Noi.

 

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Here you will be extremely interested in the special architecture. Photo: amazingthingsinvietnam

 

Directions to Hue Citadel

It is located in the heart of Hue City. You will find it extremely easy to find here. On the South bank of Huong River, continue across Trang Tien Bridge or Phu Xuan Bridge or Gia Vien Bridge. Then follow the direction of Quang Duc Gate and you have arrived at Hue Citadel. 

 

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Hue Citadel is located in the heart of Hue City. Photo: kenh14cdn

It is possible to use many different means of transport in Hue Citadel such as: motorbike, bicycle, taxi. Besides, cyclo is also a vehicle chosen by many tourists. Most recently, there are also electric vehicles that are very convenient to travel around Dai Noi.

 

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There are many means for you to move around Hue Citadel. Photo: luxstay

 

History of Hue Citadel 

It was started construction in 1804, located next to the romantic Perfume River, which is recognized as a world cultural heritage. Hue Citadel is an extremely famous historical relic including Hoang Thanh - the place where the King dwellers daily and the Forbidden City - is where the King and Queen live.

 

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Hue Citadel is located next to the romantic Perfume River. Photo: wolverineair

According to researchers, there are more than 100 works from large to small. Hoang Thanh consists of 4 doors. The main gate of the citadel towards the south is Ngo Mon Gate, the other 3 doors are divided equally in three different directions: the East is Hien Nhon, the West is Chuong Duc and the North is Hoa Binh.

 

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It has more than 100 areas from large to small. Photo: wedding

The inside of the palace is designed in the form of "male left and female right", which means that men go to the left and women will go to the right. In addition, there are stately palace works. Around this place is surrounded by a lake, flower garden, bridge and small landscape create a very lively space.

 

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In addition, there are solemn palace works. Photo: ximgo

Forbidden City has a total of 7 doors. At Tu Forbidden City, there are also many projects, large and small, built symmetrically. This is the living place of the King and Queen including entertainment, dining and rest.

 

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The Forbidden City in Hue Citadel. Photo: bazantravel

 

Entrance tickets:

- Children: 30,000 VND / person.

- Adults: 120,000 VND / person.

- Foreigners: 150,000 VND / person.

 

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Please refer to the fare level before going. Photo: ximgo

>> See also: Visiting the Bac Lieu Dasher's house, admiring the famous architecture of the West

 

Some attractions in Hue Citadel

 

Ngo Mon Gate

It also known as Ngo Mon Gate, is the first work "Fairy" that visitors can see as soon as they arrive in Hue Citadel. This work was built on a very massive and monumental scale. 

 

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Ngo Mon Gate, also known with another name is Ngo Mon Gate. Photo: bazantravel

Not only is the area used for the entrance, the Ngo Mon gate is designed very elaborately, including many layers with the surrounding moat system. The decorative patterns, each layer of crockery to the pillar are invested in a very sophisticated construction and feat. Ngo Mon Gate is considered as a facade that impresses visitors when coming here.

 

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Ngo Mon Gate is meticulously designed, consists of many layers with a surrounding moat system. Photo: vitravel

 

Thai Hoa Palace

Thai Hoa Palace has undergone many remodeling times. This place has the bold architectural style of Hue royal court. With the main material used is ironwood. The parts in electricity such as roof, walls, pillars are carved with the image of a dragon phoenix. 

 

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Thai Hoa Palace has the bold architectural style of Hue royal court. Photo: wolverineair

In the middle of the main hall, the throne is very impressive. Thai Hoa Palace is considered one of the important works in Dai Noi. This is the place where the great dignitaries participate in the monthly Dynasty ceremony, is also the venue for important activities in the court.

 

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In the middle of the main hall is reached the throne is very impressive. Photo: kenh14cdn

 

 

 

Thai Binh Lau

Thai Binh Lau is located in the Northeast of Hue Citadel. This is the place where the King can rest, drink tea, read books, and admire the scenery. Although it has undergone many restoration and repair times, Thai Binh Lau still retains its beauty in its ancient architecture.

 

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Thai Binh Lau is the place where the King can rest, drink tea, read books, admire the scenery. Photo: wolverineair

Thai Binh Lau consists of two parts designed in harmony with each other: Tien Doanh and Hau Sales. All objects displayed and decorated inside Thai Binh Lau are of great value to Vietnamese art. Decorative patterns inlaid with porcelain in an extremely sophisticated way are the most unique and most attractive of this building.

 

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All objects displayed and decorated inside Thai Binh Lau are of great value to Vietnamese art. Photo:bazantravel

Hue Is not bored but very attractive to the existence of Hue Citadel. The beautiful scenery of this place has entered many works of poetry and painting, but only when visitors come to experience it can they fully feel the dream. If you have the opportunity to come to the ancient capital, do not miss this journey to visit Hue Citadel.

 

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