On the morning of October 29, the Institute for South Asian, West Asian, and African Studies (ISAWAAS), under the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS), in coordination with the City Tourism Association and relevant agencies, held an international workshop entitled ‘Developing Halal tourism: International experience and the current state in Hue City’.

On the morning of October 23rd, Hue Central Hospital held the 2026 Southeast Asia International Endoscopy Conference, bringing together experts and physicians from Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and numerous healthcare institutions across Vietnam. The conference served as a scientific forum to update participants on advances in gastrointestinal endoscopy, share clinical experience, and promote training cooperation and the transfer of advanced interventional endoscopic techniques across the region.

If San Fernando has its giant lanterns, Hue, too, has cultural attractions that offer entertainment and immersive experiences. Hue-Singing performed on the Perfume River, accompanied by a one-of-a-kind water music stage, is one example.

Hue offers a wealth of experiences that invite people to unwind and restore their mental balance. Finding relaxation through sound is emerging as a new option, where the sound of bells, rhythmic beats, and vibrations help listeners relax, temporarily leave their daily worries behind and reconnect with their bodies and emotions.

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.

For many women, life has been a long struggle to make ends meet, never having had a chance to experience a proper education. Yet, even as their hair turns grey and their hands grow rough from years of hard work, they remain eager to open their notebooks, carefully practice writing each letter, and shape their lips as they learn to read aloud, one letter at a time.

The train trip connecting Hue and Da Nang has been ranked 10th on Condé Nast Traveler (US edition)’s list of top 20 best train trips in the world for 2026, as voted for by readers. The recognition highlights the appeal of Central Vietnam’s natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and railway tourism experiences.

On October 8, Hue Central Hospital held a scientific conference themed ‘Immunotherapy: New Hope for Survival in Patients with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer’. The program aimed to update participants on the latest advances in the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer, and share clinical experience in the use of pembrolizumab immunotherapy in Vietnam.

On October 8, the University of Law, Hue University, in collaboration with the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) in Vietnam, held a scientific seminar titled ‘Commercialization of Intellectual Property: Experiences from Germany and Vietnam’.

More than just providing accommodation, Ms. Dinh Thi Phuong Thy (born in 1991, Kim Long Ward) brings visitors closer to local culture through everyday experiences such as making conical hats, making traditional Hue cakes, preparing Hue-style meals, and making lotus tea...

The ‘Hue Ancient Capital - Phong Nha: World Heritage Journey’ tourist train (HQ1/HQ2) has recently been launched, connecting famous destinations in Central Vietnam through an engaging rail travel experience. The new service offers a new way to connect destinations, while giving residents and visitors a wider range of options for travel and exploration.

The cooking class is included as part of Huetourist’s all-inclusive tour package. A local instructor takes the lead in demonstrating the process and helps visitors practice each step themselves. The selected dishes reflect the daily culinary traditions of Hue locals.

Nowadays, visitors have increasingly high demands for service quality and experiences. They desire to experience the daily lives, activities, and occupations of the locals in the most authentic way possible to better understand the culture and people of the places they visit.

This is a pottery-making experience session for students in A Luoi. Here, the students get to observe and participate in the process of making Noq pottery, a tradition of the Pa Co ethnic group.

May 2024 is also the 15th anniversary of Lang Co Bay being honored as the world's most beautiful bay. Over the past 15 years, with its brand, Lang Co has gradually attracted a large number of tourists to visit and relax, contributing to the province's tourism development.

Combining tea making with tea tasting, the colors and fragrances of the ingredients will awaken the senses, bringing an attractive and interesting drink for tourists.

The railway line connecting Hue to Da Nang via the Hai Van Pass spans approximately 100 kilometers and is considered one of the most beautiful railway routes in the country.

Coming to Thoi Quan space, you can encounter old features, experience and learn about Hue culinary culture from royal to folk cuisine.