Hue is the capital city of Thua Thein-Hue Province. Located in central Vietnam on the banks of the Song Huong, it is known world over for its monuments and architecture. Hue has a population of around 340,000 inhabitants.
Hue has a tropical monsoon climate, and hence, it is always wet. It has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
Historically, the city of Hue was the capital of the Nguyen Lords, a feudal dynasty which dominated Southern Vietnam. During the Battle of Hue, the city suffered considerable damage. After the war, many of Hue’s historical sites were destroyed.
Hue, included on the UNESCO list as a World Heritage Site, is home to more than three hundred architectural works that are of great significance to Hue culture. Handicrafts, jewellery, bronze casting and embroidery are the elements of Hue culture.
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