Once abandoned and severely deteriorated, several heritage sites in Hue have been ‘brought back to life’. Beyond helping preserve the values associated with their original owners and local communities, these structures have become cultural spaces, contributing to the character and identity of Hue heritage city.

On the afternoon of October 20th, Hue City Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the City Border Guard Command signed a cooperation program for the 2026-2030 period. The program aims to improve the effectiveness of cultural, sports, tourism, information, communications and external information activities in border and coastal areas, while supporting efforts to safeguard territorial sovereignty and national border security.

On October 20, Mr. Tran Huu Thuy Giang, Vice Chairman of Hue City People’s Committee, visited Hue City Women’s Union to present flowers and extend his congratulations on the 96th anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union (October 20, 1930-2026).

In celebration of the 130th anniversary of Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted (1896 - 2026), generations of alumni have joined hands to implement the "Lighting Up the Schoolyard" project with funding of over 800 million VND. This is a meaningful gift dedicated to their beloved school on this special occasion.

Public bicycles, taxis, electric buses, and charging station infrastructure are gradually appearing on the streets of Hue. With new policies, the city is working to cut emissions, change travel habits, and build a greener and more sustainable urban city.

From October 22 to 26, the first Vietnam Calligraphy Festival 2026, themed ‘Vietnamese Soul through Brushstrokes’, will take place in Co Mat Vien, No. 33 Tong Duy Tan St., Phu Xuan Ward. The event will feature a wide range of activities, including exhibitions, cultural exchanges and discussions, as well as hands-on calligraphy experiences.

On the morning of October 19, at Quoc Hoc - Hue High School for the Gifted, Hue City People’s Committee held a ceremony to honor and reward Tang Hao Nhien, a 12th-grade student specializing in Physics 1, for winning a Silver Medal at the 2026 Al-Fergani International Physics Olympiad (FIPhO).

This is the theme of a program organized by Hue City Women’s Union to encourage orphans and children in difficult circumstances to strive in their studies, while expressing gratitude to organizations and individuals who have supported them in their lives.

Beyond its heritage attractions, Hue is becoming a choice of culinary destination for many travelers. The distinctive local dishes of the former imperial capital are contributing to the formation of a unique appeal for Hue’s tourism.

Hue has identified tourism and services as its spearhead economic sector. Under the scenario for developing tourism in line with the double-digit growth target, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has set a target for Hue to welcome approximately 2.5 million international visitors in 2026, up 31.5% from 2025. This is both a target and a test of the city’s ability to turn its tourism advantages into revenue, investment opportunities, and ripple effects across other economic sectors.