Hue Attractions

Most Vietnamese people are familiar with the custom of burning ritual papers for their ancestors and gods on their death anniversary and festivals from a young age. Vietnamese people have always believed that the deceased have supernatural powers. Therefore, through burning ritual papers, the living not only show their deep gratitude to the gods and their relatives who had passed away but also wish to please them and ask for...Read More

Over the centuries and through the present day, China has had an outsized influence on Việt Nam. Not just on the economy. Some Vietnamese traditions bear resemblance to Chinese customs. You can even detect Chinese words in our spoken language. But unlike Japan or Korea whose languages borrow from Chinese characters, the Vietnamese written language is based on Latin letters.Read More

The palace women came from all walks of life, some given by noble families for political motivations and to secure royal favors. Some girls were simply plucked from the cities and countryside by scouts for their beauty or their dancing, singing or acrobatic talents. The best looking were kept in the actual harems, while others were sent to training centers to further improve their artistic talents. The rest were assigned...Read More

The calendar in Vietnam’s ancient agricultural society was based on the regularly changing phases of the moon. Most Vietnamese, even city dwellers and overseas Vietnamese, have a lunar calendar in their homes to consult for the dates of festivals and auspicious days.Read More

The calendar in Vietnam’s ancient agricultural society was based on the regularly changing phases of the moon. Most Vietnamese, even city dwellers and overseas Vietnamese, have a lunar calendar in their homes to consult for the dates of festivals and auspicious days.Read More