Khai Dinh Tomb, also known as Ung mausoleum, is the resting place of Khai Dinh, the 12th King of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802–1945). According to historical records, the site, which is located on the slopes of Chau Chu Mountain in Thuy Bang Ward, Hue City, was chosen by Khai Dinh with construction beginning in 1920. After the King passed away in 1925, he was laid to rest there, though the tomb was not fully completed until 1931. Now the site is a tourist attraction for those visiting the former capital of Vietnam.
The tourism sector of Hue city is oriented to become a spearhead economic sector, with a sustainable development and in tandem with the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage values. In 2025, Hue’s tourism industry aims to welcome around 5 million visitors, with international arrivals accounting for approximately 38–40%, and total revenue reaching about 11.2 trillion VND (434 million USD).
The municipal Department of Tourism said that it will join hands with competent sides to outline initiatives for Quarter 2, including an international culinary exchange, rural tourism promotion conferences, and fam trips to explore potential rural tourism products.
In his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony, Chairman of the People's Committee of Hue City Nguyen Van Phuong said these two key projects are expected to drive significant progress in the city's manufacturing industry, contributing to the goal of achieving double-digit economic growth in line with the Government's target.
According to Director of the municipal Department of Tourism Tran Thi Hoai Tram, with the event, the city is expecting to welcome 5.25-5.5 million tourist arrivals this year and gain 11-12 trillion VND (430.4 – 470 million USD).
Providing healthcare for people in border areas is not only the responsibility of the border guard doctors, but also an expression of gratitude and affection from soldiers toward the local authorities and people, who have always supported the border guard forces. Living up to the reputation of "a good doctor is like an affectionate mother", the meaningful actions of military doctors in Hue have embellished the glorious tradition of Uncle Ho's Soldiers in the frontier region.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his entourage offered flowers and incense in commemoration of former State President General Le Duc Anh and General Nguyen Chi Thanh on December 29, part of their working trip to the central province of Thua Thien - Hue.
With 458 votes of approval from 461 deputies, of 95.62% of the total, the 15th National Assembly (NA) on November 30 adopted a resolution on the establishment of centrally-run Hue city.
Deputies to the 15th National Assembly (NA) on October 31 discussed in groups a draft resolution on the organisation of urban government in the northern city of Hai Phong and the establishment of the centrally-run Hue city, as part of their ongoing eighth session.
After a period of construction, several boat piers on the Huong (Perfume) River in Hue city, Thua Thien-Hue province, have been completed. These new piers are expected to enhance river tourism, connect community and heritage sites, and offer fresh experiences for visitors to Hue.
If political diplomacy is seen as the core and economic diplomacy as the breakthrough, then cultural diplomacy constitutes a foundational element that shapes the spiritual essence, lending a distinctive character to diplomacy. Cultural diplomacy enhances soft power, projecting a positive and appealing image of Vietnam and its people.
As a "National Green City" with a moderate urbanisation rate and environmental impacts, Hue in the central province of Thua Thien - Hue boasts numerous advantages to become a sustainable green urban area of Vietnam.
Artists from many corners of the globe have collectively orchestrated a multi-cultural artistic symphony, harmonising traditionality and modernity at the ongoing Hue International Arts Festival Week, an annual signature event of Hue city in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue.
These days, Hue city, Thua Thien-Hue province, is buzzing with excitement as preparations for the upcoming festival season are in full swing. Residents and local business establishments are eagerly anticipating the Hue International Arts Festival Week 2024, which will take place from June 7 to 12.
Established on October 23, 1896, under a Royal Decree from Emperor Thanh Thai, the Hue National School was initially called Phap Tu Quoc Hoc Duong. Its name has undergone several changes over the years, and since 1956 has been known as the Hue High School for the Gifted.
Vietnam’s traditional festivals as well as those which are shaping up their brand, are adding lustre to local tourism while spurring the country to join hands with other ASEAN member states to develop sustainable festival tourism.
Tours offering foreign tourists with brand-new experience of local life during the Lunar New Year (Tet) festival have become special products of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue in recent days.
The Ham Long Research and Support Centre for Social Work (HLC) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) on September 13 organised a workshop to kick off a project to develop and pilot a model on classifying and recycling wastes in the central city of Hue.
