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Travel back in time to the Imperial City of Hue, Vietnam

🚩Hue Imperial City, Vietnam Address: Huế, Thành phố Huế. Hours: Monday-Sunday 7:30 AM-5:00 PM. Features: Vietnam's largest ancient architectural complex, about a two-hour drive from Da Nang, preserving Vietnamese culture. The ancient city contains approximately 10 buildings and boasts a vast expanse. If you're visiting Hue, we recommend a visit. Remember to wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and enjoy a 2-2.5-hour stroll through the city. Recommendation: 👍👍👍👍👍. #Vietnam #Hue #HueImperialCity #AncientSite
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Hue, Vietnam | Cửa Hiển Nhơn Gate: A stately gateway on the eastern side of the Imperial City, a silent watcher against the passage of time On the eastern side of the Hue Imperial City stands an ancient and dignified gate—Cửa Hiển Nhơn Gate. Compared to the grandeur of the Meridian Gate, it is more modest yet imposing. Once a key thoroughfare for the imperial court, it was frequently used by civil and military officials and inner court personnel, serving as a vital gateway to the eastern side of the city. Cửa Hiển Nhơn Gate's structure is built on a foundation of red brick and bluestone, with a roof covered in glazed tiles and arched doorways, reflecting the distinctive architectural style of the Nguyen Dynasty. The inscriptions on the gate, slightly tarnished by the passage of time, add to its ageless beauty. Approaching the gate, one can still sense the solemnity of the former Imperial City. Amidst the bustle of tourists, a tranquil atmosphere prevails. The afternoon sun reflects on the brick walls, creating dappled shadows that whisper of time.

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Hue, Vietnam | Ancient Charm: Tea and Leisure in the Deep Sea Tucked away within the solemn and majestic Hue Imperial City lies a tranquil corner—the Waterside. Compared to the towering city gates and magnificent palaces, this spot offers a tranquil retreat, a rare glimpse into the "slow time" of imperial life. The clear waters of the pond reflect the blue sky and the red-tiled roofs. Koi occasionally swim, and the ripples and reflections of the ancient trees on the shore interweave to create an elegant painting. Nearby, stone tables and wooden chairs were once the places where the royal family and literati would sip tea and converse. The wafting aroma of tea, carried by the gentle breeze, evokes the ancient pursuit of "nourishing the mind with tea and nourishing the spirit with scenery."

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Hue, Vietnam | Cửa Dục Khánh Gate in the Imperial City: A Quiet Entrance to the Imperial Palace's Backyard, Whispering Stories of the Nguyen Dynasty's Imperial Court Among the many gates of the Hue Imperial City, Cửa Dục Khánh Gate lacks the grandeur of the Meridian Gate, but instead embodies a tranquility and elegance. Located on the southeast side of the Imperial City, Cửa Dục Khánh Gate served as a secondary entrance to the inner court, once used by palace servants and inner court officials. Its presence is understated yet authentic. Cửa Dục Khánh Gate is a modest building, with a red brick and stone foundation, arched doorways, and exquisite glazed tiles and animal head decorations still visible on the roof. Compared to the main gate of the Imperial City, it is more austere, yet more attuned to everyday life. Passing through the gate, one is greeted by a tranquil courtyard and corridors, almost imagining the quiet movements of palace servants in former times.

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Hue, Vietnam | Chong Thanh Gate of the Imperial City: The Former Main Gate of the Imperial Court, the Starting Point for Entering the Nguyen Dynasty's Etiquette Among the many gates of the Hue Imperial City, Chong Thanh Gate (Cửa Ngọ Môn nhỏ / Chương Thành Môn) is a particularly representative one. Located on the south side of the Imperial City, it served as the main entrance to the outer court and was once the only way for civil and military officials to enter and exit the court for audiences and to attend court meetings. The gate, constructed of red brick and bluestone, boasts a dignified and simple appearance, yet exudes an inviolable majesty. Crossing Chong Thanh Gate symbolizes the transition from the secular world into the realm of royal power, entering a world of ritual and regulation. Today, while visitors passing through Chong Thanh Gate no longer see the solemn court rituals of the past, they can still sense the strictness of the Nguyen Dynasty's system through the remaining architectural features. The afternoon sun shines on the gate tower, and the bricks and tiles have a warm luster, adding to the historical vicissitudes of this ancient city gate.

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