Hue, the imperial capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen dynasty. And such an incredible city! Hue became the capital city in around 1802, and lasted until the early-mid 20th Century when the French took over, moving the capital back to Hanoi. The legacy hasn't been lost however, the city is full of imperial delight, with relics such as the citadel and numerous royal tombs and pagodas. The Perfume River runs through Hue, a beautiful river adding to the grace of the city. One of the great charms of Hue is that it dosent feel like a tourist city. It is a functioning city and as such, few enterprises are directed towards tourists. Additionally, the layout of the city and scenery surrounding it are worth a visit alone. We hired our hotel owner and a friend of
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