Passers-by will be drawn to the image of the old lady, sitting in front of the old house with a rustic beef noodle pot, radiating fragrance, beginning in the late afternoon when crossing Chi Lang Street (Hue City) to No. 107.Simple, rustic beef noodle shop beneath an old house's porch at 107 Chi Lang (Hue City).

Locals are familiar with this dining location. Phan Thi Mai (80 years old) owns the Hue beef noodle shop and has been selling Hue beef noodles on this road for more than 50 years.

The locals call this simple booth "Bun Bo Sang." There are only three sets of plastic tables and a few low chairs, but just "opening the pot" requires diners to "rub," while waiting in line.

The majority of diners are locals.

When I asked some friends, they told me that the unique, rustic flavor of Hue is what makes this noodle shop stand out.

Mr. Pham Van Lien (80, Gia Hoi Ward, HCMC) Hue), the restaurant's "senior" customer, stated: "Ms. Mai has been selling noodles on this Chi Lang street for 50 years because I eat familiarly, I only eat here to feel delicious, the truest Hue taste."

Bun Bo Sang restaurant's Hue standard water pot.

It's called beef vermicelli, but the original beef noodle soup for Hue people must be "beef noodle soup," so the broth of this 80-year-old woman is also full of meat. Accompanied by greasy crab patties, all blended, turning on the scent as if to awaken the person waiting's senses.

When asked what the secret was to making a "standard" Hue beef noodle pot, the owner was candid: "Mệ (grandmother - PV) will cook everything in the same braised pot, including the meat, spring rolls, patties, and blood tendons. The sweetness will come from the casserole bones, combined with the gentle aroma of lemongrass, and then seasoned to taste, particularly with a little delicious fish sauce."Rich beef noodle bowl with vibrant colors.

Hue-based beef vermicelli is typically smaller than that found elsewhere, and it is made from rice flour mixed with filtered flour, making it clearer and tougher. When you pour water into the vermicelli, it will not break. Raw vegetables are also served "very Hue," with thinly sliced banana corn, herbs, cilantro onions, prices...

She explained that the broth has a mild spicy flavor and little sweetness because the beef noodles are served to Hue people. The water is clear but rich in the spiciness of lemongrass and chili and is best served with a little chili sauce and sliced fruit peppers.For over 50 years, she has been selling noodles on Chi Lang Street.

Ms. Mai charged 25,000 VND for a bowl of beef noodles that embodied the essence of ancient capital cuisine.

"My guests are long-time acquaintances, mostly locals, not passing through, so it's just a price. Sometimes laborers who buy 10,000 mattresses also sell, then give them more to eat, because they do not want to make money when people are unhappy "She stated.Hue people frequently serve with a small amount of chili sauce and sliced fruit peppers in fish sauce.

This rustic Hue beef noodle shop keeps diners not only because of the delicious taste, and standard taste... but also because of the cuteness in the gentle personality of Hue's 80-year-old woman.Served with raw vegetables.The broth pot is always hot and emits a pleasant aroma.Many people come to this Hue beef noodle shop because of her gentle personality.

Source: Lê Hoài Nhân

Conical hats in Hue have many strange and unique variations that impress new visitors. The image of traditional hats made of lotus leaf material recently makes the Vietnamese tourist community "admire" because it is so unique.The lotus conical hat sparked a new way in the Vietnamese community.

A member with a social networking account named Hong Thao recently posted a few pictures of the dreamy land of Hue on the group Vietnam Oi. In contrast to travel reviews that introduce the scenery in the Ancient Capital, this girl chose to share photos of her conical hat. This traditional and one-of-a-kind hat is made even more special because it is made from lotus leaves, a tree that carries the rustic "soul" of Hue land.

The hats have a familiar image, but instead of ivory white from palm fiber as before, they are impressively embellished with the green color of lotus leaves as well as some unique ridges. It's still the traditional hat of mothers and aunts, but it has a subtle newness to it.

The hat has a delicate beauty in both the ingredients and the craftsmanship.

The lotus leaf hat is a one-of-a-kind new product designed in Hue.

There is a profession of making hats in the land of Ancient Capital; the "career" has been for thousands of generations but has been preserved throughout. There are more than seven hat-making villages in this area, but this particular lotus hat was created by a man who is just over 30 years old, a freelance painter with a strong interest in the land of "nerves."

The image of the green, eye-catching hat with each leaf vein clearly shows the processor's ingenuity, becoming unique and valuable. The lotus conical hat is not only a unique gift for visitors from far away when they first visit Hue, but it also symbolizes the country's thousand-year-old beauty. It also helps you take beautiful photos when checking into places in Hue. Currently, each conical hat costs between 200 thousand and 250 thousand VND.

Both the inside and outside exhibit individuality and appeal.

Currently, the image of the lotus hat is very popular in the Vietnam group, receiving the members' love. Many members were taken aback by the hat maker's ingenuity in creating such a delicate product out of lotus leaves. Furthermore, many young people have promised to visit Hue and "take advantage of" this one-of-a-kind conical hat.

- Beautiful and impressive. Thank you to the skilled artisans here.

- Looking at conical hats brings back memories of Huong River, tea, Dong Ba market, and the drizzle in the days leading up to spring.

Source: Hong Thao/Việt Nam Ơi

Diem Phung Thi (Điềm Phùng Thị) Museum

Diem Phung Thi is a unique case of sculpture; she is a beautiful, petite French doctor of dentistry who has drunkenly created the sculpture.

Diem Phung Thi's Sculpture Center's facade. Photographer: Ngoc Han

Her sculptures with seven signature letters of Diem Phung Thi's language conquered the art world. A tour of large-scale exhibitions in France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, and Switzerland... Her name is also listed in the Larousse pronoun dictionary (1991). The Diem Phung Thi Museum is located quietly by the Huong River, and the sculptures she donated to Hue welcome visitors.

The villa is located on the banks of the Huong River and houses Ms. Diem Phung Thi's sculptures and relics. Photographer: Ngoc Han

"When I composed, I was happy, I suffered/That sculpture no longer belongs to me/I give you back, or rather, in Bissiere's way, I give me to you," she says in the museum.

Address: No. 17 Le Loi, Hue City

Le Ba Dang (Lê Bá Đảng) Art Center

Leaving the Phung Thi Diem Museum, walk a few hundred meters to 15 Le Loi, which houses the Le Ba Party Art Center, founded by an artist with a distinguished career in France and worldwide.

The Lê Bá Đảng Art Center from the outside.

They were starting with poor young men painting cat sketches on a one-of-a-kind Parisian street now known as "The Fishing Cat" (La Rue Du Chat Qui Pêche) to the lebadagraphic school.

Le Ba Party was named "Master of the East and West Worlds." From the age of 18, the heart of young Man Le Ba Party has always flowed with the blood of Vietnam through most of Loa Thanh Tomb Garden, Truong Son Rice Grain, Giao Only Footprint, Bich La Flower Village, Saint Giong Monument, Bach Dang Pile...

Address: 15 Le Loi, Vinh Ninh Ward, Hue City

Lê Bá Đảng Souvenir Space

After admiring the works of artist Lê Bá Đảng, his artistic ambitions are now realized at Lê Bá Đảng Souvenir Space. The small winding path leads visitors here, surrounded by a fanciful and romantic atmosphere reminiscent of Da lat's scenery.

The entrance to Lê Bá Đảng Souvenir Space is also a cheerful work of art that invites visitors to immerse themselves in the fairytale setting. For many years, the main building was constructed from drawings of the artist's work, and the entire team agreed to complete the feat on the desolate land of Kim Son village. Modern architecture and Asian beauty coexist in perfect harmony.

According to his compositional style, the artist Lê Bá Đảng's artworks are mixed with grass and flowers. Photo: Le Minh Dieu

According to his compositional style, the artist Le Ba Party's artworks are mixed with grass and flowers.

Address: Kim Son Village, Thuy Bang Commune, Huong Thuy Town

Huong River Ancient Pottery Museum

In the Song Huong Ancient Pottery Museum, many antique pottery jars, chum, and vại,... of various sizes, and large and small shapes whisper to tell the story of ancient times.

Thai philosophy professor Kim Lan's Huong River ancient pottery museum, Viet Kieu Duc. This is a Hue garden space where the owner meticulously maintains every blade of grass, branch, flower, and object. The Thai family's collection of ancient ceramic artifacts accumulated over hundreds of years in the Huong river bed is now open to visitors. This is a cultural location that is highly valued by the female owner, who preserves the deep soul of the land of periods.

Many antique pottery jars, chum, and vại,... many sizes, large and small shapes whisper to tell the story of ancient times in the Huong River Ancient Pottery Museum.

Address: 120 Nguyen Phuc Nguyen, Huong Long Ward, Hue City

Visit An Hien (An Hiên) garden house

An Hien garden house is 6500m2 in size and has the architecture of an ancient Hue garden house. We can sense the atmosphere and lifestyle of the ancient Hue nobles as we walk gently into the ancient garden.

An Hien garden house preserves Hue's ancient architecture.

The scene is calm and fresh among hundreds of carved mementos that have been meticulously designed down to the smallest detail. Many typical fruit trees of the ancient capital grow on a Hien garden campus, including lotus gun, tea stick, tangerine, mangosteen, durian, pink, lychee...

Address: 58 Nguyen Phuc Nguyen, Huong Long Ward, Hue City

Museum of Porcelain Memorabilia of the Nguyen Period

The last stop was Tran Dinh Son's first private museum in Hue, formerly the home of Tran Dinh Ba, Minister of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Utensils used to eat betel nuts in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are intricately carved.

Aside from the items in the court, there are also items from the ancient nobility's daily lives, such as betel trays, betel rice, lime jars, betel nut tubes or tea trays, tea boxes, pipes, wine bottles... Each item is embellished with exquisite artistic patterns derived from images of painting and poetry. If you take the time to observe and learn, you will gain a wealth of knowledge from these priceless artifacts.

Address: 114 Mai Thuc Loan, Phu Hau Ward, Hue City.

Hue city has so far densely preserved historical relics from Vietnam's last feudal dynasty's 200-year reign. As a result, every time you visit Hue, you rush to see everything and then leave disappointed because there are still so many places you haven't had time to see.

The above locations are typical of Hue's top art by the owner, who has an illustrious career recognized by fans and awarded honorary awards. You will receive priceless spiritual gifts that celebrities have respectfully sent to your homeland in just one day on a very small budget.

Source: Ngọc Hân

After being affected by the Covid-19 epidemic for more than two years, R Chá welcomed many tourists from across the country this year, in addition to local visitors.

Ms. Hoang Lan (52 years old) is a resident of Ho Chi Minh City. HCM revealed: "After seeing many images of R Chá on social media, I decided to visit Hue this year. I was lost in a fairytale forest full of dreams when I arrived here."For many years, photographers have chosen the image of fishermen fishing in mangroves as a theme.Mr. Binh (42), a local fisherman, stated, "This year Rú Chá is not as beautiful as previous years due to a lot of rain, but the amount of shrimp and fish is more than every year."Contribute to the promotion of Rú Chá in particular and Hue tourism in general. The People's Committee of Hue City (Thua Thien Hue) recently announced a 2022 art photo contest and video clip with the theme "Rú Chá, Con Tè - Colors of the River." This is a competition to find beautiful works about Rú Chá, Con Tè, and Tam Giang lagoon area in Hue city to exhibit, communicate, and promote these two places.

Source: Nam Anh

Source: Hữu Nghị

Bach Ma National Park is located in Phu Loc district, Thua Thien Hue province, 40 kilometers from Hue and 65 kilometers from Da Nang, in a mountainous area on the border between the North and South of the country. Bach Ma National Park is located in the Annamite Mountains, which contain numerous mountain ranges with peaks over 1,000 meters that run horizontally from west to east.Bach Ma National Forest covers nearly 37,500 hectares and is located at an average elevation of 1.45m above sea level. This is a large primary forest that is home to 2373 plant species and 1715 animal species, including many rare species listed in the Red Book of Vietnam and the World Red Book of Endangered Species.

The name Bạch Mã is derived from several anecdotes concerning the mountain's perpetual cloud cover. People in this area used to look up and see the white mist rising to form a horse-shaped mass. According to another legend, a general rode a white horse up the mountain and then mysteriously vanished.

Bach Ma National Park's weather is divided into two distinct seasons: dry season and rainy season. The dry season, which lasts from 12 to 4 months each year, is the best time to visit because the climate of the national park is quite cool, it is dry, it rains less, it is easy to move around, and it is convenient to participate in outdoor activities such as trekking, swimming, and camping... The climate is also cool during the rainy season, but there are frequent showers, which can impede your movement.2. How to Get to and Explore Bach Ma National Park

The national park is accessible by motorbike or taxi rental from Hue's city center and Da Nang. The following route takes less than two hours by motorcycle and approximately 50 minutes by taxi:

• Motorbike: Begin in the center of Hue, run straight to National Highway 1A in the direction of Da Nang, go to the Phu Loc district, and when you see a sign indicating the way to Bach Ma Hue National Park, continue to follow the instructions to arrive, and purchase a ticket to Bach Ma National Park.

Taxi: Many tourists prefer to travel by taxi, which takes about 50 minutes from Hue to Bach Ma Hue National Park and is both convenient and safe.The path to the summit of Bạch Mã is winding and winding.

Motorbikes are not permitted inside the park, so if you ride one, you must park your car outside. The distance from the Bach Ma National Park gate to the peak area is approximately 19 kilometers; you can visit the garden in one of two ways:

• Walking: You can learn more about the biodiversity at Bach Ma National Park by walking a long distance, but it will be exhausting.
• Car rental: There is a car rental service at Bach Ma National Park, or you can buy a tour for a group for 900,000 VND / round trip to fully explore Bach Ma National Park. To save money, travel in groups or book a tour in advance in Hue or Da Nang, or arrive early at the national park gate to apply for a group.

3. Must-see attractions within Bach Ma National ParkAs soon as you enter the forest, you can sense the freshness and peace. As you climb higher, the temperature drops, so bring a jacket with you. The average temperature in the park is around 25°C, but at an elevation of 1,200m, it drops to 19°C.

Bach Ma National Park also contains more than 55 species of valuable animals and more than 500 species of plants, including many rare species of trees such as rosemary, rosemary, Bach Ma nuggets, and so on, bringing the beauty that fascinates nature lovers. Many strangely shaped animals, such as saola, blue pheasant, and star pheasant, can be found along the small paths leading into the deep forest.

4.Go to Vọng Hải Đài (marine observatory)The car will take visitors on a 20-kilometer journey around the mountain to reach the first attraction, Vong Hai Dai. Vong Hai Dai is the highest point in Bach Ma National Park, located on the majestic Bach Ma peak at an elevation of about 1,430m above sea level.

It was constructed by the French. The majestic mountain scenery of Bach Ma National Forest, Lang Co Bay, poetic Fly Lake, and the majestic Truc Lam Zen Monastery can all be seen from Vong Hai Dai. This is a sightseeing route that is appropriate for visitors of all ages.

5.Discover Ngũ Hồ Bạch MãTo get to Ngũ Hồ Bạch Mã, walk down about 2 kilometers from Vong Hai Dai to Do Quyen villa, then follow the road sign for about 3 kilometers (or drive this route 5 kilometers) to Ngũ Hồ to explore 5 small lakes that form a large stream with enchanting beauty.

The water in Ngũ Hồ Bạch Mã is clear, and each lake has its own unique terrain, creating a beautiful scene reminiscent of a watercolor painting. Tourists who visit are also pleased to say that Ngũ Hồ Bạch Mã is a heavenly wonder hidden in the midst of mountains and forests and that they are extremely magical. Many visitors come here for lunch and a swim after walking about 30 minutes down the forest road into the lake.

6.Đỗ Quyên WaterfallDo Quyen Waterfall is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Bach Ma Hue National Park. According to the route, the next stop is Do Quyen waterfall, which is about 2-3 kilometers from the Ngũ Hồ.

Visitors often sit on the rocky ledges where the water flows down into the waterfall from the top of the waterfall, which has an altitude of up to 300 m, and enjoys the panoramic view of the mountains looming in the clouds, even on sunny days. The waterfall is named Rhododendron because its two sides have the flooded appearance of azaleas. Azaleas bloom white in a region every three months. This is also the time of year when the weather in Hue is pleasant.

You can admire the waterfall's grandeur by following the sign down nearly 700 steps to the waterfall's base.

7. Old French villas

If you have time, you can see the architecture of some abandoned villas on the top of Bach Ma, which were once a resort for French officers and the Hue elite.

8.Dwarves Village

After visiting all of the national park's elevated locations, the "dwarf village" at the foot of Bach Ma Mountain is a recommended spot for visitors to rest and take check-in photos. This is a picnic area inspired by the hobbit dwarf in the popular film "The Lord of the Rings." Admission to the resort costs 100,000 VND for adults and 60,000 VND for children aged 0.9 to 1.3 m. Children under the height of 0.9 m are entitled to free admission.

9. Truồi LakeYou should also visit Truồi Lake at the mountain's base, rent a cool boat in the middle of the natural landscape, and then visit Truc Lam Bach Ma Monastery. Visitors can view the mountains from above while being guided to practice meditation (if booked in advance).

10.Visit Truc Lam Bach Ma Monastery

The monastery is located in the middle of T fly lake, on Linh Son mountain. From here, you can enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of T fly lake or explore the monastery's architecture, which includes the road nest, main hall, tăng đường, trai đường, and so on.

Source: Wanderlust

Perhaps the Khai Dinh mausoleum's inner construction represents the height of mosaic art. King Khai Dinh took control of the mausoleum's construction in 1920 while he was still alive. The mausoleum is located around 8 kilometers south of the nation's capital. To construct the mausoleum, King Khai Dinh organized competent domestic laborers. In addition to the stunning Vietnamese porcelain, he imported cement, iron, steel, tile, and porcelain from France as well as colorful glass from China and Japan. Therefore, it will take 11 years to finish the mausoleum, which is magnificent and elaborate.

The interior of Thien Dinh Palace, which houses the Khai Thanh Palace, the king's tomb, and a monument of the monarch, is decorated with mosaic art. Hundreds of mosaics made out of porcelain and colored glass that are embellished on the walls, columns, and altar cells showcase mosaic art.

The dragon, the representation of the king's "dragon destiny," is the most significant decorative motif. Both a straight and an angled perspective of a dragon are shown. Big eyes, lion-like noses, two pointed horns, a mane, ears, a long beard, five claws, a meandering body, and a large open mouth that can contain pearls or swastikas are all characteristics of dragons. These two "Long Ngư hý thủy" paintings are wonderfully painted on the altar. The altar is possibly the most lovely location to display the dragon image. There are numerous Swastika motifs that have positive connotations and represent the Buddha. There are also a lot of porcelain mosaics used to decorate plants and flowers. The multicolored porcelain pieces that are inlaid were all acquired from various sources by breaking the jar to obtain the piece. How to neatly embellish each cell, square, or rectangle in a molded artwork. The paintings have a tight texture. The pieces of multicolored porcelain still have their original hue and exhibit brilliance, are slightly colorful, and are exquisitely detailed, befitting the position of a king of the Nguyen Dynasty. The Nguyen King who is most attractive is this. The dragon and swastika images on the altar were made by artisans in an apparent attempt to grant King Khai Dinh a happy afterlife in the Buddhist world.

The Main Impregnation area, where the King's Tomb is located below, is another decorative highlight. In this location, there is a statue of the King and a canopy (bửu tán) built of concrete, iron, and steel, yet its lines are very soft and delicate. The mosaics made of porcelain and glass are arranged in umbrella- and compartment-like patterns on the pedestal of the statue. The topic continues to be dragons, swastikas, and flowers. A dragon-like figure holding phrases can be seen on the ceiling. Its four corners each have an image of a bat, suggesting blessings for the monarch (the Vietnamese term for the bat, Biên Phúc, sounds the same as the English Blessed is good). When five bats are decorated, it might be seen as "Ngũ phúc lâm môn" coming together. There are rows of columns with dragons adorning their bodies in The Main Impregnation. The Buddha's emblem is inlaid with blue glass, and there are hundreds of swastikas that have been simplified throughout Hậu Tẩm.

There are magnificent mosaics depicting phoenixes, tigers, deer, sparrows, peacocks, roosters, cranes, ducks, rabbits, and floral grass on the walls of the mausoleum. Most commonly found in Vietnamese villages, many animals live in close proximity to people and their ideal lifestyles. The four-season picture depicts the typical flower for each season: pine, bamboo, chrysanthemum, and apricot. The lotus bloom can also represent a particular season of the year on occasion. The Five Blessings are symbolized, in particular, by the picture of five bats flying across the clouds. In some paintings, the letters Phuc and Tho are depicted as large letters.

Porcelain, glass, and stone mosaics are a type of decoration that incorporates many traditional cultural elements that are expressed in themes that were prevalent in Vietnamese society at the time. These decorations are quite similar to folk paintings in terms of themes and the art of selecting occasionally vibrant colors.

The mausoleum's exquisite beauty showcases the peak of modern mosaic art and the creativity of artisans and craftsmen from the convergent regions. The importance of cultural and national heritages is buried deep within the scope of the contest's theme.

Source: Prof. Trinh Sinh