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Visit Perfume River – Hue

Vinh Ninh Ward, Hue city, Thua Thien Hue province, VietNam

With its inherent quietness, the Perfume River has made many tourists feel excited when coming here. Every time standing in front of the Perfume River, an emotional entanglement will run in everyone’s mind. Huong River Hue is not only the pride of the people of the Ancient Capital, when coming here, the Perfume River also brings visitors a lot of memories.

The Perfume River in Hue  stretches from Vi Da garden with lush green grass, passes through Thien Mu pagoda with its majestic ancient features, turns over Bach Yen river like a soft silk strip before the wind. Bringing in the poetic features to add to the antiquity of the romantic land of Hue. Let’s explore the beauty of the Perfume River in Hue through the article below.

1. General introduction about Huong River Hue

Perfume River Hue  is the pride of the people of Kinh Ky, where it enjoys a temperate climate, possesses a natural beauty that makes many tourists feel satisfied when visiting. 

1.1. Where is the Perfume River?

Song Huong HuePhoto of the Perfume River on the periphery of Hue city (Photo: Collected) 

Huong River Hue is located right on Tran Hung Dao and Le Loi streets, right in the center of Hue city . So visitors can move easily to experience travel and admire the beauty of the Perfume River in the heart of Hue city at all times of the day. 

1.2. Features of Perfume River

Where does the Perfume River originate? The map of the Perfume River in Hue originates from the East Truong Son mountain range. The main stream is Ta Trach with a length of 67km, originating from the Truong Son Dong range, along the Bach Ma area to the northwest, through Nam Dong town. Then it joins the Ta Trach stream with a length of 60km in the North through Bang Lang junction. At the place where these two streams meet to form the Perfume River.

The length of the Perfume River in Hue is up to 80km, the longest is from Bang Lang to Thuan An estuary with 30km . The slope of the water stream relative to the sea surface is not much different, so the river water flows slowly.

Song Huong HuePerfume River in Hue – the pride of the people of the period (Photo: Collected) 

Perfume River Hue has a gentle beauty like a young girl growing up. Perfume River water is turquoise, clear water. Along the river are architectural works, nature, plants, flowers… a big part of creating the poetic beauty of this river.

2. Origin of the name Perfume River

Since ancient times, the Perfume River in Hue flows through a lot of forests rich in herbs with the scent of natural flowers and plants, so when entering Hue city, the river brings with it its natural fragrance and hence its name. Perfume River was born.

There are many tourists wondering what is the other name of the Perfume River (Hue)? Huong River Hue is also known by many other names such as: Linh Giang River, Lo Dung River, Huong Tra River, Yen Luc River…

Song Huong Hue

Coming to Hue, in addition to visiting and experiencing the attractions of the Perfume River, visiting famous tourist destinations, choosing a resort is also very important. For a more complete and meaningful trip to the Perfume River,  Vinpearl Hotel Hue deserves to be the address for you to put your trust in. 

3. Fascinating experiences when traveling to Huong River

Besides the beauty of the Perfume River in the heart of Hue city, there are also many attractive tourist activities that visitors should try once. Experience a cruise along the Perfume River in the early morning, listen to Hue songs on a dragon boat, experience the brilliant night, watch the sunset by Trang Tien bridge – the unique symbol in Hue… 

3.1. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Perfume River on a cruise

Taking a Huong River Cruise to  Hue  and enjoying the natural beauty of the Perfume River is an extremely attractive experience you should not miss. The beauty of the two banks of the Perfume River that nature brings along with the folk songs of Hue echoes, making many tourists’ thoughts and feelings rush back. There are many poets who have come here, immersed in the beauty of the Perfume River and composed many impressive poems that will be remembered forever.

Song Huong Hue

Standing on the yacht, you can enjoy taking romantic check-in photos and showing them off to your friends. The nature on both sides of the Perfume River really makes people feel like they are returning to a peaceful life, with no traffic, only fresh air, birdsong and gentle rays of sunlight through the foliage. 

3.2. Enjoy Hue songs on the Perfume River

Many people say, coming to Hue without listening to Hue songs on a dragon boat and experiencing the beauty of the Perfume River at night is considered as having not been to Hue. The songs of Hue, the male songs that go into each person’s mind are full of depth and lyricism. 

Song Huong Hue

Trải qua hàng trăm năm phát triển, ca Huế hay nhã nhạc cung đình Huế trên sông Hương vẫn được người dân xứ Huế bảo tồn và giữ gìn cho tới nay. Nổi tiếng khắp tứ phương, mỗi du khách đến với Huế đều mong được ngồi trên chiếc thuyền rồng, ngược dòng sông Hương, thả mình vào vẻ đẹp sâu lắng, trầm tĩnh cũng như điệu dân ca xứ Huế đi vào lòng người. 

When night falls, when Trang Tien bridge starts to light up, at the same time dragon boats carrying Hue folk songs also depart. Floating gently and leisurely on the Perfume River, Hue songs began to resound, all the tourists on the boat were excited, awake and attentively listening to enjoy the relaxing music and mingle with the people. The poetic beauty of Hue city at night. 

3.3. Watch the romantic and charming sunset on the Perfume River

The time of sunset on the Perfume River in Hue is from 17h00 to 17h30. This is the time to show the most clearly the beauty of the Perfume River in the heart of Hue city.

Visitors will experience watching the poetic and lyrical scenery of the two sides of the river on Trang Tien bridge, sipping afternoon tea and hearing about mysterious stories about the extremely attractive Perfume River. Sunset on the Perfume River is also considered a famous specialty in Hue that anyone who visits wants to experience. 

Song Huong HueCharming sunset scene of Huong River Hue beside Trang Tien bridge (Photo: Collectibles)

3.4. See Trang Tien Bridge with brilliant lights on the Perfume River

When night falls, Trang Tien Bridge puts on a new shirt. The lights with many colors blue, yellow, orange, red… cast their shadows on the lake surface, making the scene extremely shimmering and brilliant.

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Dragon boats carrying Hue songs humming continued down the stream. A little similarity, a little depth will appear in each person. But when approaching Trang Tien bridge, you will be awakened by bright, shimmering lights and lanterns floating on the water. 

4. A detailed guide on how to go to Huong River in Hue

4.1. Time to go to the Perfume River

You can visit Hue River in all seasons of the year. But the most beautiful still and autumn or spring. At this time, the weather is very pleasant, the river water flows gently and blue. Above all, in these two seasons in the Perfume River, there are also many delicious, strange and unique cuisines that only the ancient capital has. 

4.2. Where to stay when traveling to the Perfume River?

Are you looking for a hotel in Hue near the Perfume River for easy access to tourist attractions? There are many hotels in Hue that you can choose from, but not all of them are reputable and have good service.

Song Huong HueVinpearl Hotel Hue – 5-star international standard hotel

Located in a prime location with “facing the Perfume River, leaning against Ngu Mountain” designed with a strong modern style, Vinpearl Hotel Hue is known as one of the high-class, fully-equipped hotel systems. Good service quality is trusted and experienced by many tourists. 

Song Huong HueStandard room at Vinpearl Hotel Hue 

At Vinpearl Hotel Hue, there are 3 types of rooms that can meet the needs of tourists for travel. In addition, Vinpearl Hue also has a shuttle service to Hue airport, which is very convenient for visitors. 

4.3. How to move to Huong River?

For more convenience in moving to the Perfume River in Hue as well as experience visiting the Perfume River in the heart of the city, you can use the following two means: 

  • Motorcycle

Song Huong Hue

For those who have a hobby of backpacking and want to experience the tourist attractions near the Perfume River by themselves, they can rent a motorbike. There are many motorbike rental services to your hotel address which is very convenient. Using motorbikes, visitors can drive themselves to tourist attractions near the Perfume River, experience unique culinary specialties, as well as shop in famous streets. 

  • Cyclo

Song Huong HueVisiting the Perfume River in Hue by rickshaw is chosen by many tourists (Photo: Collectibles)

Along the Perfume River, there will be many service cyclos. If you want to admire the scenery of the Perfume River and enjoy the beauty in a gentle and slow way, you can use this mode of transportation.

The price for a cyclo ride will be from 50,000 to 100,000 VND depending on the time and distance traveled. During the process of traveling by cyclo, the cheerful and sociable cyclo drivers will tell you the legends and stories of the Perfume River and many other famous tourist attractions. 

4.4. Share tourist attractions near the Perfume River in Hue

  • Thien Mu Pagoda 

Song Huong HueThien Mu Pagoda – a sacred place adjacent to the Perfume River in Hue (Photo: Collectibles) 

A spiritual tourist destination that cannot be missed when coming to Hue city is Thien Mu Pagoda. This place is located right on the Perfume River with magnificent architecture and is considered the most sacred symbol, typical for Hue. 

  • Phu Van Lau Wharf

Song Huong HuePictures of the magnificent night of Phu Van Lau wharf next to the Perfume River in Hue (Photo: Collectibles)

Phu Van Lau Wharf is one of the tourist attractions right next to the Perfume River that you should visit. Making a strong impression at first sight by the magnificent and magnificent design of the permanent building in the ancient capital complex, visiting this place, you will be amazed at the magnificence of Phu Van Lau wharf. . Don’t forget to experience to have impressive check-in photos..

  • Horse Mountain 

Song Huong Hue

On days when the weather is clear, the sun shines with yellow flowers, standing on the top of the mountain can admire the panorama of Hue city. Right in front of visitors will be the sacred pagoda roofs, the magnificent palace architecture of the ancient capital of Hue and the gentle flowing water of the Perfume River.

  • Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street

Song Huong HueNguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street with entertainment, dining and nightlife activities (Photo: Collectibles)

Located in the heart of Hue city, Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street is an ideal tourist destination for sightseeing and culinary experiences. At night, Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street lights up, many street fun activities take place very crowded and bustling. 

When you come to Nguyen Dinh Chieu pedestrian street, do not forget to discover  Hue specialties  in the food court here. Enjoy delicious dishes that create the culinary quintessence of the land of the capital.

When coming to Hue, don’t miss meaningful activities on  the Huong River in Hue  and experience attractive tourist attractions! Hopefully, through the above article, you have had more detailed Huong River travel experiences for your trip.

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