Why You Must Visit the Historical Cities in Vietnam

When it comes to historical places in the Southeast Asia, you must not fail to come and visit the tourist attractions in Vietnam. During the wars and the reigns of the Emperors, a colorful history was recorded. Looking back at those times will make you realise that history played a big part on what you have become. One of the most visited places in Vietnam is Hue City, which is located in the central part of Vietnam. Hue is the national capital of Vietnam from 1802 to 1945. It is where the Nguyen Dynasty Emperor’s seat.

Among the most famous tourist attractions in Hue are the Imperial City, the Thien Mu Pagoda, the Tomb of Khai Dinh, the Mieu, the Thai Hoa Palace and the Mount Ngu Binh. Aside from exploring the wider history of the Hue City, there are many things that you can do in Hue to enjoy your tour to the fullest. You may move around the city and enjoy shopping and boat riding, go to the park, beach and resorts. A day is not really enough to go around the Hue City, however let me give you an idea about a day tour in the city of Hue.

On your trip to Hue, you have to start touring early in the morning so that you can reach your destination on time. You will be given a particular time to spend for each of the destinations. You will have 60 minutes to explore the Minh Mang Tomb. You will have another 40 minute tour to the Khai Dinh Tomb. Also 40 minute tour is given to your Tu Doc Tomb exploration. 

You will also be given a chance to visit the Conical Hat Making Village and the Incense Making Village for 20 minutes. For the Kinh Van An Martial Art tour, you will have 30 minutes to spend. You need to go back to the town to have lunch. Traditional foods, Asian foods and Western dishes are available and served.

After lunch, you are going to continue your Hue City tour. You will be given time to explore the Hue Citadel. This historic site in Hue was first constructed under Gia Long, who was the first among the Nguyen Dynasty emperors. You will have about 90 minutes to explore the site. You will also have 30 minutes to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda. Before ending the Hue City, you will be given enough time to enjoy the Perfume River. You will also see the fishing villages and the sampan along your boat trip. 

"Traveling will always be fun. Who doesn’t want to go out of the country, especially if you are going to visit the most popular places in the world?" says Justin from Australian business, Emergination. "Going to different countries and checking out the tourist spots will always be an experience that you may treasure for the rest of your life. You can never imagine yourself when it comes to the happiness and excitement that tourist places can give upon stepping in that place."

There are so many things to do in Ho Chi Minh City. If you would like to know more about the history of Vietnam during the Wars, then it is not enough to read about them. It is best if you can have a chance to feel the place. So, check out the War Remnants Museum, the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Reunification Palace. Those are the most relevant spots that you must see.

In the War Remnants Museum, you may find some war transports such as, tanks and airplanes. You may also check out the photos, exhibits and documentation about the Wars. The Cu Chi Tunnels are where the Viet Cong stayed and before you move around the tunnel, you will be watching a movie to understand why this tunnel is important. The Reunification Palace is important because it is where Vietnam had their victory. These are fantastic places to improve your travel photography.

You may check out the buildings where you can really see the beauty of French Architecture. The Central Post Office, which was opened in 1891 was preserved and the Notre Dame Cathedral, which still holds masses; are also the most visited spots in the Ho Chi Minh City. 

Backpacker options aplenty

Just like nearby South Korea, the beautiful country of Vietnam is home to jaw-dropping and stunning sceneries and landscape, beautiful countryside, colorful floating markets and boats, and vibrant local villages– just a few of the reasons why this country is loved by backpackers. If you are planning for a backpacking in Vietnam, here is a guide to the top places you can go to.

Hanoi

This is the country’s capital city. You may opt to start your backpacking adventure in this city. In Hanoi, you will find wonderful lakes and the quarter where many tourists go to. There are also museums, specifically the War Museum, markets, and cafes that should be on your list of places to visit. This place is also where you can find tribal villages and rice terraces. Do not miss going to Sapa, which is well-known for its ethnic tribes, waterfalls, and treks. 

From Hanoi, you can travel for two to three hours to go to Vietnam’s probably most famous sight, the Ha long Bay. Truly an amazing place, Halong will show you beautiful islets. This offers a romantic destination. But, please beware of scams.

Hue

This is one of the most favourite places in Vietnam by the tourists- a small town located in the east coast. The main site is the old or imperial citadel. This is also where you can discover bars and restaurants serving unforgettable Vietnamese cuisine. If you are also interested to know about Vietnam’s rich culture and war history, this is the place to go. Ride a bicycle to better experience and appreciate this place.

Danang 

Also has a number of wonderful sights to visit. This is an interesting place to go to as this is also the route to Hoi An, where you can have your clothes tailor-made for absolutely affordable prices, and where many amazing beaches are near. This ancient city has a wide variety of dresses, shoes, and suits. Oh, and the architecture of this area- a truly loveable place!

Ninh Binh

This is one of the friendliest towns in Vietnam. You will be welcomed by great smiles and greetings by the locals. The tourist destinations at Ninh Binh are the caves at Tam Coc, which can be reached through a motorcycle ride.

Nha Trang

This is your seaside getaway go-to place! It offers sport activities and take note that the nightlife here is very much alive. The Cham Towers, as well as the Mud Baths, are must-sees! Although some say that this is not one of the best places to go to. Some backpackers prefer Mui Ne, where you will find sand dunes- natural scenery at its finest!