Welcome to the Hue, Central Vietnam, virtual presentation. The ancient city of Hue was the capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty at the beginning of the 19th century. In 1833 the French troops took control of the city. Fortunately, the French protectorate preserved the treasures and the historic integrity of the town.
During the Vietnam-US war some of the the most intense fightings occurred in this region, the Central Highlands. Many constructions were bombed and destroyed during this war. Even so, Hue is still one of Vietnam's highlights. On the following pages, I will give you a sneak preview of the city's main tourist attractions. I will also show you some of the Royal Tombs in the Hue area.