The Imperial Citadel of Hue is the second citadel of Hue Imperial Citadel. Formerly, this was the residence of the king and the royal family. Over 200 years of existence, this relic has always been a famous tourist destination near and far and has become a historical and cultural symbol of the ancient capital in particular and the whole country in general.
1. General introduction of Hoang Thanh Hue
Hue Imperial City is a famous tourist destination in Hue . This place is a part of Hue Monuments complex. Formerly, this place was not only a place for working and living of kings but also a place to worship ancestors and kings of the Nguyen Dynasty.
Imperial Citadel Hue is a unique architectural system of Hue Imperial Citadel
The Imperial City of Hue has the function of protecting and enveloping the most important royal palaces of the royal court and the Nguyen temples. This work is also meant to protect the Forbidden City - a place reserved for the king and the royal family. Today, Hoang Thanh is one of the tourist destinations that attracts a large number of domestic and international tourists.
The buildings in Hoang Thanh are extremely splendid and magnificent
2. How to move to Hue Citadel?
Hoang Thanh is located in the heart of Hue city. So from here visitors can go from the south bank of the Perfume River via Trang Tien Bridge or Phu Xuan Bridge. Continue going through White Tiger and move towards Quang Duc Street to get to the Imperial Citadel quickly and shortest without spending much time.
Guests can use a motorbike, bicycle, car or cyclo to get to Hoang Thanh Hue. @ levyyy__16
In addition, taxi fees in Hue are also quite cheap but drivers will not take short routes so you can rent cyclo is also quite ideal.
3. Ideal time to Hoang Thanh Hue
3.1. From April to June even-numbered years
Any season of the year is suitable to visit the Imperial City of Hue. However, the best time to come here is in April or June even years. During this time in Hue as well as Hoang Thanh held a vibrant festival with many unique art activities such as water puppet show, Hue folk song, ... Journey to Kinh Ky land also became interesting. more taste.
In any season, tourists can come to Hue Imperial City to visit
3.2. Early morning or early afternoon
In addition, if you plan to go to Hue Imperial City, you should go in the morning to enjoy the cool atmosphere. If you go in the afternoon, please come from the beginning of the hour to be able to roam all the unique architecture here. This is because at 17:00 the site will be closed.
4. Wear what to Hue Citadel accordingly
According to Hue travel experience , coming to Hoang Thanh, you should not ignore the selection of appropriate costumes to have extremely beautiful virtual concepts here. Because most of the architecture here is solemn, visitors should avoid wearing ridiculous, objectionable costumes.
Visitors should choose discreet outfits. @powermanong
For ladies, the long maxi skirt or the elegant skirt with lovely motifs is ideal. You can also combine props such as wide-brimmed hats or hats to confidently capture feminine photos with splendid and magnificent back ground at Hoang Thanh Hue. If you invest more, you can use ao dai to compare the deep between the scenery could not be more ideal.
The feminine dresses will blend in quickly into the wonderful scenery in Hoang Thanh. @ kanpitcha.w
5. Ticket price and opening time of Hoang Thanh Hue
5.1. Fare
- Adults: VND 150k / person / time
- Children: VND 30k / person / time
- Children (under 6 years old): free of charge
5.2. Business hours
- Summer: 6:30 - 17:30
- Winter: 07:00 - 17:00
6. History of Hoang Thanh Hue
The Imperial Citadel of Hue was started to build in 1804. The citadel to protect the Royal Palace was managed and supervised by the two great ministers Le Chat and Nguyen Van Chuong. Important shrines and palaces are empowered by the presidents Phan Van Duc, Nguyen Duc Xuyen, Le Cong Nga, Le Van Duyet, etc. to supervise the construction process.
Architectural system in Hoang Thanh Hue was built in 1804. @ meeee19_
Under the Nguyen Dynasty, Hoang Thanh Hue was the No. 1 administrative system in terms of administration. This place gathers the highest water management apparatus so the appearance of the works is always magnificent and strictly protected.
7. Hoang Thanh Hue architecture
Hue Imperial Citadel and the inner palace systems are built on the axis of symmetry. In which, the central axis is works reserved for kings only. The architectural works on both sides will be arranged strictly in each area and follow the rule of "left and right boys and girls" and "left and right literature and martial arts". Even inside the temple are arranged in order of the left first, right after.
Architecture in Hue is extremely magnificent
Hoang Thanh has a square surface, each surface is about 600m wide. Material to build is from 4cm brick, surrounding are set up protection ditches and include 4 doors to access:
- South (main door): Ngo Mon
- East: Hien Nhon Door
- West: Chuong Duc Gate
- North: Hoa Binh Door
Outside the city is surrounded by trenches often called Ngoai Kim lake. This project is 16m wide, 4m deep, 1m high water. The two sides of the moat are embanked by rock-painted stones.
Alternating between the city and the moat, there will be a 13m wide area of land that is considered a defensive area when attacked and collapsed, the stone bricks will fall below the filled moat. There are also ten brick and stone bridges across the moat to make way inside and outside the city.
The architectural system is built in many layers. @ berry.trinh
The tight structure together with the careful guard of the key guards at the gates will make it difficult for enemies from outside to attack or attack the city. Although there are many large-scale constructions built in the Imperial City, they are all arranged in the middle of nature next to large and small lakes, stone bridges, islands, flower gardens and perennial plants.
The whole architecture in Hoang Thanh was built in the style of a double roofed house on one ground. All are placed on a high platform, Bat Trang tiled floor with blue and yellow glaze. Thanh stone facing seam system, roof tile type of Thanh Luu (green) or Hoang Luu (yellow).
The monuments are located in the middle of nature. @ yentran.buu
The pillars are painted with a card. The interior of the palaces will be decorated in the style of a poem accompanied by a painting with four-dimensional carvings or bowls on a wooden background.
8. Relics inside Hue Citadel
8.1. Ngo Mon Mon Hue
Ngo Mon Gate is the main gate of the Imperial City and also the most beautiful gate architecture of the Imperial City. Ngo Mon faces to the south of the capital and overlooks the gentle Huong River. This work includes 5 doors. In which the middle door is for the king only. Two adjacent gates are for martial officers and officials. The two outer gates are the places for soldiers and elephants and horses to pass.
Ngo Mon is the main gate of Hoang Thanh Hue
Above the doors is the Ngu Phung building built from iron wood. This architecture is divided into 2 floors and 9 roofs, of which 8 roofs are green and the middle roof is yellow. In the past, Ngu Phung floor was the venue for major holidays of the Nguyen Dynasty.
This is also considered the most beautiful gate
Over nearly 2 centuries and witnessed so many important historical milestones of the nation. Ngo Mon Gate still exists over the years and become a masterpiece of architectural excellence.
8.2. Thai Hoa palace
Thai Hoa Palace is a palace located in the area of Hue Imperial Citadel. This place used to be an important court for the royal court: royal birthday, coronation or coronation, etc.
Thai Hoa Palace is an important relic of Hue Imperial City. @RealLove
During the construction of the feudal regime, Thai Hoa power was considered the center of the country. The temple was built in 1805 under King Gia Long. By 1833, Emperor Minh Mang had planned this relic within the imperial palace architecture system. It must include the move of electricity and the restoration to be more luxurious and massive.
Thai Hoa Palace is inside. @ hungluong3008
8.3. Cung Dien Tho
If you have the opportunity to tour Hue 3 days 2 nights , do not forget to visit Cung Dien Tho. Dien Dien Tho is considered to be the largest scale architectural system in Hue to this day. This used to be the residence of the Empress Dowager Empress Dowager. Today, tourists often flock here to recall the life style of the previous feudal dynasties.
Cung Dien Tho was the abode of the Empress Hoang Thai Hau in the past. @ phuoq07
8.4. The School of Sanh
Cung Truong Sanh is also known with two other names: Truong Ninh palace or Truong Sinh palace. This monument was built in 1821 (the first year of Emperor Minh Mang) in the northwest of Hue Imperial City.
The gate goes to Truong Sanh palace
Initially, Truong Sanh also served as a garden, where the Nguyen court invited Thai Hau to the prospect. Later, the palace was re-planned to become a resting and accommodation place for some Thai Queen Dowager Queen and Queen Dowager.
Campus of Hue Sanh Palace
8.5. Hung To Mieu
Hung To Mieu is also known as Hung Mieu. This is a temple dedicated to the parents of King Gia Long: Mr. Nguyen Phuc Con (or Nguyen Phuc Luan) and Mrs. Nguyen Thi Hoan. This temple is located on the southwest of Hoang Thanh and 50m from The Mieu to the north.
Hung To Mieu is located in the southwest of Hoang Thanh Hue
8.6. Thai To Mieu
Thai To Mieu is a place of worship of Nguyen temples including Nguyen Hoang and Nguyen Phuc Thuan. The temple was started in 1804 (3rd Gia Long king). Thai To Mieu is located in the southeast of Hoang Thanh Hue, symmetrical to The Mieu in the southwest.
Thai To Mieu is located in the southeast of the royal citadel
8.7. The To Mieu
The To Mieu is located in the southwest of Hue Citadel. This is a temple to worship the Nguyen kings. Not only that, the temple is also a place where the royal court frequents to worship the deceased kings. In particular, women in the court including the Queen were also prohibited from attending these ceremonies.
The To Mieu attracts many visitors
8.8. Trieu To Mieu
Trieu To Mieu was built in 1804 (3rd Gia Long king). The temple is located in the north of Thai Mieu in Hue Imperial Citadel. The temple is a self-worshiping place of Tien Nguyen Hoang (Nguyen Kim).
Trieu To Mieu was started in 1804
8.9. Hien Lam The
Hien Lam Cac was built under the reign of Minh Mang from 1821 and completed in 1822. This is also a relic of the temple system in Hoang Thanh Hue. Hien Lam The 17m high and is considered the tallest building in the Imperial Citadel. Today, this is a memorial to commemorate the merits of the Nguyen kings and the great ministers who have made great contributions to the development of the times.
Hien Lam Cac is the highest building in Hue Imperial City. @ ah.hyem
8.10. Nine Peaks
Nine Nine are the copper peaks placed in front of Hien Lam Cac. The site is located on the southwest of Hoang Thanh and opposite to The Mieu. All peaks were cast in late 1835 and completed in 1837.
On each summit will have a unique name corresponding to an emperor of the Nguyen court. They have different weights and exterior sculpting.
The Nine Peaks were cast in 1835
8.11. Phung Tien Palace
Phung Tien Palace is located in front of Dien Tho Palace and in the west of Hue Imperial City. This work was built by King Gia Long and Minh Mang to worship the Nguyen kings.
Phung Tien Palace is an attractive tourist attraction. @huykyunz
Unlike The Mieu, this temple also worships King Nguyen, but women in the court can come to sacrifice. In addition, this is a place to store many treasures of many Nguyen kings. However, until T2 / 1947, the entire electrical system was burnt and only left Tam Quan gate and the city wall.
Till now, the three-door gate is a remnant
The overall architecture of Hoang Thanh Hue is not only valuable in decoration and sculpture but also the only remaining palace system in Vietnam. Today, Hoang Thanh has become an indispensable destination for many tourists when traveling to Hue .
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