Discover the Forbidden Purple City in Hue, Vietnam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site from the Nguyen Dynasty. Explore its rich history, cultural significance, and the tombs of Emperor Tu Duc and King Khai Dinh.
- Hue Imperial City (The Citadel) - The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Vietnam capital city by Gia Long, the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for nine Nguyen dynasties until 1945.
The massive complex features hundreds of monuments and ruins, such as the Forbidden Purple City, once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the Vietnam War, the Imperial City, royal tombs, flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and museum.
- Private transportation
- Boat to Thien Mu
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- English Speaking Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Drinks during lunch
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
Situated within the Citadel of Hue, the Purple City was erected during the reign of Emperor Gia Long in the 1800s. In 1802, Hue was designated as the capital of unified Vietnam, and became the country’s focal point of politics, culture, and religion under the regime of the Nguyen dynasty until 1945. It suffered damage during the 1968 Tet offensive, and later earned the status of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Tu Duc, the fourth emperor of Vietnam, who lived from 1829 to 1883 and reportedly had 104 concubines, saw his country lose its autonomy to France during his time in power. Additionally, King Khai Dinh served as Emperor from 1916 until 1925, and both he and Tu Duc are commemorated in their respective tombs, which provide a glimpse into Vietnam’s royal past.
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