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It is imperative that one be able to tell Hue and Thua Thien- Hue apart. When someone says the word “Hue” in a conversation, it is highly likely they are referring to Hue city itself. Hue city is situated in Vietnam’s central province of Thua Thien- Hue, which is bordered by the more well-known city of Da Nang to the South and the war-torn province of Quang Tri to the North. Hue Imperial Citadel Photo: Central Vietnam Guide Famously being one of Vietnam’s seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Imperial City of Hue has long been a must-see attraction for tourists visiting a hidden charm of Vietnam. The Imperial City of Hue was actually a walled fortress and palace belonging to the ancient city of Hue which was the capital city of the Nguyen Dynasty for 140 years dating back from 1805 until 1945. The Imperial City of Hue has a circumference of 10 kilometers with a height of 6.6 meters and 21 meters thick with forts being meanderingly arranged, accompanied by cannons, art...

The blooming season of To Day flowers adds to the alluring appearance of the scenery of villages in Mu Cang Chai district, whilst also contributing to attracting more visitors to the locality. The pinkish hue paints the skies above Mu Cang Chai mountainous area, drawing plenty of attention from enthusiastic travelers. To Day flowers each have five petals in a bright pink colour. The flowers can only be found growing at an altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level. Blooming To Day flower trees ooze charm alongside the roads on local mountains. The peach flower, known locally as To Day, gives a blazing pink appearance to the entire tree. Flowers can mainly be found in La Pan Tan commune. The wild flowers even bloom across high peaks in the communes of Nam Khat, Pung Luong, and De Xu Phinh. Local H’Mong ethnic people consider the To Day flowers to be a sign of spring. The post To Day flow...

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 23) notable headlines PM pushes for close ties between Vietnam and China Vietnam – important partner of EU Vietnam presents 25 tonnes of goods as relief aid to earthquake-hit Turkey Vietnam, India boost trade in farm produce, processed food Number of flights, passengers rises sharply in two months Vietnam, China’s Hainan province strengthen trade ties Border gates in Lang Son in full swing Another Vietnamese firm launches branch in Cuba HCM City recommended to further improve investment environment Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) receives Shen Xiaoming, secretary of the Hainan Provincial Party Committee, in Hanoi on February 22. (Photo: VGP) PM pushes for close ties between Vietnam and China Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 22 underlined the importance of the Vietnam – China comprehensive strategic partnership in Vietnam’s foreign policy during a reception for Shen Xiaoming, secretary of the Hainan Provincial Party C...

The road through Tan Lap Melaleuca forest, Long An The 5km long road through more than 100ha of Melaleuca forest in Tan Lap floating village to show that there are many unique, mysterious and attractive landscapes in Vietnam. Photo: Travellive Tan Lap melaleuca forest is about 100km from Ho Chi Minh City center. This was originally a pristine wetland in Moc Hoa district, Long An, near the Cambodian border, linked with Dong Thap Muoi area forming a vast green area, with interlaced canals and the does flow across the West Vam Co river. The place’s nature is outstanding with ancient melaleuca forests, lotus ponds, water lily lakes and hundreds of species of birds, fish and endemic amphibians creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. The steep road in Gia Lai The steep road is on the way of Pleiku city’s passby or shortcut, from Gia Lai to Kon Tum, in the territory of Ia Pech commune, Ia Grai district. The road stretches for about 1 km, with black cassia trees ...