Hue is home to many ancient structures, including tombs, pagodas, and other buildings and structures that are reminiscent of Hues' glorious past. Royal tombs and a citadel, the ancient city of Hue boasts several famous pagodas, adding to its vast collection of royal buildings. Visiting the Forbidden City, Thien Mu Pagoda, Imperial Tombs, Japanese Bridge and Dong Da Markets are some of the most popular things to do in Hue. As in the imperial city, visiting the royal tombs is one of the most popular things to do in Hue. Hue City is also surrounded by a series of imperial tombs where the Nguyen emperors were buried. The ancient city of Hue has many attractions worth visiting, including the tombs of the emperors; numerous pagodas, including the famous Thien Mu pagoda; and French colonial buildings along the Fragrant River. Situated on the banks of the Perfume River, Hue attractions are filled with pagodas, tombs, glimpses of the Perfume River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the incredible Imperial City. The former imperial city is a well-preserved city nestled on the banks of the Perfume River, filled with ancient royal tombs, beautiful countryside, lively atmosphere, delicious food, illustrious history, all near other popular places in Vietnam such as Da Nang or Hoi An. From tombs to Vietnam's tallest pagoda, Hue's history is everywhere. Hue is a city worth adding to your Vietnam itinerary, whether you are a history buff or not, as Hue is a place to see in Vietnam. One of the main reasons why so many people visit Hue is the ancient emperor's tombs scattered all over the city. Another highlight of the city tour is the ancient emperor's tomb, a historic temple/sculptural site that conveys Buddhist legends and the history of ancient Vietnamese emperors. Upon arriving in Hue, the ancient capital of Vietnam, the Mausoleums of the Nguyen Dynasty will be your first choice for a visit, as they are glorious witnesses of royal art and architecture. From the Imperial City of Hue to the tranquil Thien Mu Pagoda on the romantic Fragrant River, the romantic Fragrant River and the beautiful scenery of the imperial mausoleum will make your trip to Hue more valuable and more enjoyable. There are several exciting day trip destinations around Hue, which means you can enjoy spending a week in Hue and still not be able to see or do everything this part of Vietnam has to offer.