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  • Hue

    arriving in Vietnam's old capital, pretty much in the middle of the country

    Location: 

    Huế, Thua Thien Hue, Vietnam

    Duration: 

    Saturday, June 24, 2017

    Personal highlights

    1. Hue City: important city in the middle of Vietnaminfo-icon, former capital city (1802-1945)
    2. Imperial City: former emperor's home, inspired by the Chinese Forbidden City
    3. Nguyen Dynasty: last ruling family of Vietnam until conquered by the French
    4. Taxi: very disappointing that Uber and Grab are only in Hanoi and Saigon!
    5. Weather: sweating so much after leaving the freezing Reunification Train

    Image sources

    1. Perfume River outside of Hue City
    2. Religious ceremony on the Perfume River
    3. Ancient Sculpture at a local tomb
    4. Gate to the imperial city by night
    5. Getting a ride back into the city