ExploreAsia
VNM · Asia

Vietnam

Socialist Republic of Vietnam

CapitalHanoi
RegionSouth-Eastern Asia
CurrencyVND
Official languagesVietnamese
Access to the seaYes
Travel atlas

Explore Vietnam on the map

All articles about the country, including other pages. Select a point to discover its guides.

1 article
Ngọ Môn Gate, entrance to the Imperial Citadel of Huế.
Vietnam · City or town

Hue

Huế was Vietnam’s capital under the Nguyễn dynasty and preserves a heritage complex spread across the Imperial City, tombs, pagodas and the Perfume River. The city is best understood by combining the citadel with two contrasting mausoleums.

Explore the place →
Perfume River
Vietnam · Region or area

Perfume River

The Perfume River provides the historical and landscape framework for Huế, linking the citadel, religious sites and Nguyễn dynasty tombs. The monuments are spread across the area, so a thoughtful visit depends on allowing time for travel between them.

Explore the place →
Vietnam

Guides to this destination