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Autumn’s Lingering Charm

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:37:00 GMT

As the eighth lunar month settles over Hue, the rains have grown more frequent. Yet whenever the skies clear, the gentle hues of autumn still quietly linger, stirring the hearts of those who cherish the city’s timeless beauty.]]>

Festive drums of Mid-Autumn

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:36:31 GMT

These days, the festive atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival is already filling the streets. From the skillful hands of craftsmen diligently working on unicorn heads, Earth God masks, and drums… to spectacular unicorn dance performances on competition stages and in welcoming spaces at the Imperial Citadel,… all come together to create a vibrant picture of the Mid-Autumn in the Ancient Capital, preserving the unique cultural beauty and leaving lasting impressions on visitors.]]>

Harvesting rice together, welcoming a bountiful season

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:07:00 GMT

These days, as the rice fields reach full ripeness, farmers in the communes of A Luoi are busy with the harvest, working to bring the rice home before the rainy and stormy season arrives.]]>

The Joy of a New School Year

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:39:00 GMT

Breaking ground in October and November 2025, the multi-level primary and secondary boarding schools in A Luoi 3 and A Luoi 4 communes are scheduled to be inaugurated and put into use for the 2026-2027 school year.]]>

Preserving the grace of Truong Tien Bridge

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:30:01 GMT

Mention Hue, and the Huong River comes to mind. Mention the Huong River, it is hard not to recall the arches of Truong Tien Bridge reflected in the water - a bridge that has witnessed the city’s many transformations through wars, natural disasters, and periods of damage.]]>

Roads of abundance

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:24:00 GMT

As summer draws to a close, with the sun becoming less intense and the gentle signs of autumn beginning to appear, rice fields across Hue are turning golden. The golden season is coming; it not only brings brighter smiles to farmers' faces but also adds a simple, rustic beauty to the countryside.]]>

Eye-catching and Rich in Flavors

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:51:00 GMT

Among about 3,000 dishes documented nationwide, over 1,700 are believed to be prepared in Hue styles, bearing the distinctive hallmarks of the former imperial capital’s cuisine. This rich culinary heritage is one of the key reasons that Hue has chosen gastronomy as the focus of its application to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN).]]>

Colors of A Luoi

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:26:33 GMT

The highland district of A Luoi, Hue City, boasts the pristine beauty of the Truong Son mountains and forests, with the white cascade of the A Nor Waterfall standing out amid endless stretches of green. What draws visitors here is not only the natural scenery, but also the distinctive cultural values of the Ta Oi and Pa Co ethnic communities.]]>

The colors of Hue Festival

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:30:45 GMT

Following the Ban Soc Ceremony of the Nguyen Dynasty, held on the very first day of 2026, Hue officially kicked off its year-long Hue Festival celebrations.]]>

Small joys that make summer days more meaningful

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:30:35 GMT

Summer is the most relaxing time for children to go on outings organized by their parents, or take part in gifted classes… However, for children in remote rural areas, where playgrounds and cultural spaces are still very limited, an interesting experience can sometimes be a precious emotional gift.]]>

Hue Awakes

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:36:35 GMT

When summer arrives, Hue awakes earlier, bathing itself in the sunlight that spills brilliantly across the landscape. So do life, as activities begin to stir across the countryside, coastal areas, lagoons, and the city. Each dawn sky reveals a scene of its own: expansive yet unassuming, warm, tranquil, and brimming with renewed vitality.]]>

The elegance of Hue’s lotus

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:55:27 GMT

Along the length of Vietnam’s S-shaped land, the lotus is deeply familiar to every Vietnamese. In Hue, the lotus is not only an economically valuable agricultural crop but also one of the defining cultural symbols of the land.]]>

Giang Dong Flower Village Bustles as Harvest Season Begins

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:30:34 GMT

Beyond generating a steady income for residents, the vibrant chrysanthemum gardens also pave the way to promote a model of community-based tourism tied to the unique landscape of Tam Giang Lagoon.]]>

A Visit to Thuan An Fish Market

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:07:00 GMT

With over 120 kilometers of coastline and a vast lagoon system bestowed by nature, Hue is home to numerous attractive seafood markets, including Phu Hau Market and Ngu My Thanh Floating Market, and Vinh Hien Market… In this issue of Hue Today Weekly, we would like to take readers to the fish market of Thuan An through a series of photos taken by Duc Quang, a reporter, offering a glimpse into the vibrant daily life of a coastal fishing community.]]>

Green Hue

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:41:09 GMT

Hue City is the urban area with the highest density of trees in the country, with more than 64,000 trees lining its streets, parks, and lush green garden houses. These trees are cared for and protected by both local authorities and residents, beautifying the city while serving as a natural shield that brings a refreshing sense of coolness during the scorching summer heat.]]>

Golden season in Dan Dien peanut fields

Thu, 28 May 2026 07:24:32 GMT

The fields in Nghia Lo, Nam Phu - Nho Lam, and Bac Vong Tay, etc., have long been considered the “peanut capital” of the low-lying Dan Dien.]]>

The sea beckons

Mon, 25 May 2026 17:02:05 GMT

Compared to many other coastal localities, Hue’s sea possesses a distinctly unique beauty, gentle and captivating in its simplicity and softness. In recent years, that beauty has become even more alluring thanks to the new coastal road and the recently completed bridge spanning the Thuan An estuary. From there, visitors coming to Hue can begin their journey from the clear blue waters of Lang Co Bay, travel along breezy coastal roads through Vinh Thanh, Thuan An, and Hai Duong, before continuing toward the peaceful seaside area of Quang Dien.]]>

Royal lotus at Tinh Lake

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:16:53 GMT

In the early summer morning mist, while the weather still carries a hint of chilly breeze, many people passing by Tinh Tam Lake inside Hue Citadel feel as though they have “wandered into a serene space”, where some brew tea, some enjoy tea, others gently pick lotus blossoms, while locals and visitors take the opportunity to pose for photos with the blooming lotus flowers… Tinh Tam has long been a famous scenic spot, once listed by Emperor Thieu Tri as one of the “Twenty finest landscapes of the Imperial Land”. Contributing greatly to the fame of this landmark is the white lotus, also known as the “royal” lotus.]]>

Exciting “Fish Trap Baskets on the Sand”

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:35:00 GMT

“Vai nom tren cat” (Fish Trap Baskets on the Sand) or “Vai chai tren cat” (Fishing Nets on the Sand) is one of the activities staged by residents of Thuan An from the familiar movements of traditional fishing work. During every festival season in this coastal area, “Vai nom tren cat” becomes a vibrant source of spiritual and cultural enjoyment for local people and visitors alike.]]>

The paradise by the riverside

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:55:00 GMT

It is a paradise of gentle tranquility found along the pedestrian walkways by the Huong River after being planned, including the Nhu Y riverside route, the network of pedestrian walkways along the Huong River, and riverside parks in the heart of Hue City.]]>