hué
states: [vietnam]
category: cultural
year: 1993
location: Province: Thua Thien - Hue
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 16.4694400000, 107.5777800000
last visited: 2017
unesco id: 678
world heritage site: 678
The Complex of Hué Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Vietnam, showcases the grandeur of the Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. This historic ensemble includes the fortified Citadel, the Imperial City, and the Forbidden Purple City, along with royal tombs, temples, and pagodas, all harmoniously integrated with the natural landscape. Recognized in 1993, it exemplifies eastern feudal architecture and urban planning, reflecting Vietnam’s rich cultural and political heritage. Despite wartime damage, ongoing conservation efforts preserve its universal value for future generations.
