A story about Nậm & Lọc

This is a story about two friends: Bánh Nậm (rice paste with spiced shrimp and  pork) and Bánh Lọc (cassava paste with spiced shrimp and pork). They are similar,  and they are different.

Bánh Nậm

They are the bánh (dishes made of flour or paste) and the renowned specialities of  Huế – the formal capital of Việt Nam. Many travellers come to Huế and search for Nậm & Lọc (these strangers must have heard a lot about them). The local people who live far from home come back and look for the familiar tastes of Nậm & Lọc.

Nậm (made of rice paste) and Lọc (made of cassava paste) both have shrimp and pork in their ingredients. While well-chopped and spiced mixture of shrimp and pork is topped in Nậm, a whole shrimp with shell and a thin piece of pork are visually seen through the transparent coat of steamed cassava paste.

Nậm loves her outfit made of green banana leaf or dong (a kind of leaf whose scientific name is Phrynium placentarium) and wears it all the time. Lọc is a naughty guy. Sometimes he puts on the same banana leaf outfit as Nậm does, but sometimes he just enjoys being uncovered. Huế people call him Lọc Gói (wrapped Lọc) when he has clothes on and Lọc Trần (topless Lọc) when he goes naked.

Bánh Lọc Trần

Both Nậm and Lọc are fond of being steamed in a big steamer. They feel more beautiful and aromatic after going out of that smoky steamer. But there is time when Lọc decides to stay naked, he prefers bobbing on the boiling water.

Although they both like nước mắm (fish sauce) but the nước mắm for Lọc is more salty as his flex is tougher (it’s just my guess). So be sure to dip Lọc and Nậm in the right nước mắm, or you won’t have a good bite of Huế specialties. One more thing, you should have Bánh Nậm with a spoon and have Bánh Lọc with a fork or chopsticks.

Many people admire the slim and tender Bánh Nậm, the others love chewy and sexy Bánh Lọc. How about you?

Some images about Nam and Loc

Where to eat:

Mụ Đỏ

Add: 7 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm Str.

Tel: +84 54 354 1182

Hàng Me Mẹ

Add: Võ Thị Sáu Str.

Tel: +84 54 384 8402

Adapted from lanhue

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5 must-try food when you visit Hue

Whether your holiday lasts for 1 day or 2 weeks, you simply cannot miss the opportunity to try famous Hue cuisines. Below is a list of must-eat for you when visiting Hue:

Com Hen

Com Hen (rice with mussel) is a very unique cuisine of Hue. Com Hen contains rice, boiled mussel, star fruit, fish sauce, cabbage, onion, pepper, peanut, chili, and a variety of herbs. The specialty is all of these elements are cold. When people eat Com Hen, they add all the above ingredients to a bowl, and slowly add boiled mussel broth with chili sauce into the bowl (the broth is the only hot thing in Com Hen). Com Hen has an extremely spicy flavor as such, so gastronomes remember it just after one time enjoying.

Bun Bo Hue

Bun bo Hue (Hue style beef vermicelli) or more detail, Bun bo gio heo (beef and pig's knuckle vermicelli) is a popular Vietnamese soup vermicelli dish, and one of the most typical foods of Hue, Vietnam. Fine combination of ingredients make the food famous; the broth is prepared by simmering beef and bones for a long period of time, after that a large range of different spices containing lemon grass and chili are added in. Shrimp paste holds no less importance. Hue people usually add thin slices of beef shank, chunks of boiled oxtail, and pig's knuckles or pork into the bowl. It can also contain cubes of maroon brown congealed pig blood, which are good for those suffering from high blood pressure. The specialty is commonly served with a plenty of herbs like sprouts, lime wedges, cilantro sprigs, onions, and sliced banana blossom. Thinly sliced purple cabbage or iceberg lettuces are used in case of lacking in banana blossom. It is highly recommended for tourists to add a few of shrimp paste directly into the soup.

Banh Beo

Banh beo (water fern cake) is a kind of small steamed rice pancake. The name is to refer from the shape of the cake (like a water fern-Beo in Vietnamese). It is white in color, sometimes nearly transparent and usually has a dimple in the center, which is covered with savory recipes including chopped dried or fresh shrimp, scallions, mung bean paste, crispy fried shallots, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and oil.

Banh khoai

Banh khoai (delicious pancake) is so much like Banh xeo (sizzling pancake) since they both are made from rice flour, water, turmeric powder, added slivers of fatty pork, shrimp, bean sprouts and then pan fried. Banh khoai and Banh xeo also are wrapped in mustard leaf, lettuce leaves or rice paper, and stuffed with variety of herb, like mint leaves, basil and served with a sweet and sour mixed sauce. In Hue, Banh khoai is placed open-face instead of being folded in half like Banh xeo. Moreover, Banh khoai always goes with a fermented soy bean sauce, and people consider it a winter food owing to its greasiness and spicy taste of the sauce. Therefore, most Hue citizens only make them when winter coming.

Mam tom chua

The central of Vietnam is reputable for its Mam tom chua (sour shrimp sauce) and Hue is the best place for this unique sauce. Unlike normal shrimp sauce (has brown color and smooth surface), Sour shrimp sauce has orange color while shrimps still keep its original shape. It is quite simple to make this sauce. First, shrimps are clean by salt water (do not use normal water to avoid bad smells) and “cook” by strong rice wine. The shrimps will turn red. After that, carefully mix the shrimps with sticky rice, sliced lesser galangal, garlic and chili. Slowly put all the mixture into a jar covered by guava leaves. Just need to wait for 5-7 days and we have the mouthwatering sour shrimp sauce of our own making. This is the best sauce for boiled pork with vermicelli.

Adapted  from cholontourist.

Bún Bò Huế (Spicy Beef Noodle Soup aka Hue Style Beef Noodles)

One of Twelve Vietnamese dishes listed on Asian Records

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Although the translated name for Bún Bò Huế is Spicy Beef Noodle Soup, it is not to be confused with Phở the other “beef noodle soup”. Phở is from the northern region and the flavors are much more settled, bún bò huế on the other hand, is hot and spicy with essence of lemongrass and shrimp paste. Noodles for phở are flat, while noodles for bún bò huế are fat and round (there are many types of noodles with unique names, but in English there is only the term “noodle” which all must be grouped under…sad)

Bún bò Huế is a popular Vietnamese soup containing rice vermicelli (bún) and beef (bò).Huế is a city in central Vietnam associated with the cooking style of the former royal court The dish is mildly spicy and the predominant flavor is that of lemon grass.Compared to phở or bún riêu, the noodles are thicker and more cylindrical.

Bun bo originated in Hue, a former capital of Vietnam. The term bún bò Huế is used more by people from northern or southern Vietnam. In central Vietnam, it is known simply as bún bò. The broth is prepared by simmering beef bones and beef shank with lemongrass and then seasoned with fermented shrimp sauce and sugar for taste. Very spicy chilli oil is added later during the cooking process.

Bun bo usually includes thin slices of marinated and boiled beef shank, chunks of oxtail, and pig's knuckles . It can also include cubes of congealed pig blood, which has a color between dark brown and maroon, and a texture resembling firm tofu.

Bun bo is commonly served with lime wedges, cilantro sprigs, diced green onions, raw sliced onions, chili sauce, thinly sliced banana blossom, red cabbage, mint, basil, perrilla, persicaria odorata or Vietnamese coriander (rau ram), saw tooth herb and sometimes mung bean sprouts. Thinly sliced purple cabbage is acceptable substitute when banana blossoms are not available. Purple cabbage most resembles banana blossom in texture, though not in taste. Fish sauce and shrimp sauce is added to the soup according to taste.

5 stars hotels in Hue

1. Imperial Hue Hotel

The Imperial hotel in Hue is a masterpiece on high-rise building architecture and an embodiment of Nguyen Dynasty’s architecture with the exposure of cubes, colorful patterns and restored antique materials, making the hotel the most luxurious in Vietnam style. SEE MORE

2. Ana Mandara Hue Resort & Spa

Ana Mandara Hue Resort and Spa which is the first project is managed by the Indochina Collection Hotel. The hotel is located in Thuan An town with an area of 2.8 hectares, with 400m long private beach of Thuan An bach - Ana Mandara Resort include: - Private swimming pool Villa (Pool Villa) - Sea View Villa (Beach Villa) - The double room (duplex) - The luxury rooms (Deluxe). SEE MORE

3. Pilgrimage Village Hue

Pilgrimage Village is ideally located in the quiet countryside in rustic village setting surrounding by lush tranquil gardens, yet near to famous historical landmarks. The resort embodies the subtle connection of traditional stylish and modern art concept. SEE MORE

4. La Residence Hotel & Spa

Celebrate the charms of art deco’s golden age. A member of the MGallery collection of memorable hotels by Accor, La Résidence Hue Hôtel & Spa is an enchanting boutique hotel on the banks of the fabled Perfume River overlooking the former Imperial Citadel – once home to Emperors and now preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. SEE MORE

5. Vedana Lagoon Resort and Spa

Vedanā lagoon resort & spa is nestled on the shore of a peaceful and serene lagoon, with stunning views across one of the largest lagoons in southeast asia. it lies between two cities which are well-known as world heritage sites: hue and hoi an. the resort embodies the subtle connection of modern art concept and high-end lifestyle. vedanā lagoon resort & spa is the first over water villas in vietnam. SEE MORE

6. Best Western Premier Indochine Palace

The BEST WESTERN PREMIER Indochine Palace is surrounded by lush green gardens that make it an outstanding landmark in Hue, setting new standards of excellence that is difficult to match by any hotel in Vietnam. SEE MORE

7. Banyan Tree Hotels & Resort

Luxury resort living, naturally - opening 1st of November

Dramatic landscapes and sensational East Sea vistas greet you every day at Banyan Tree Lang Co. Located in Vietnam’s new playground for the sophisticated vacationer; this stunning all-pool villa resort is poised to be its most exclusive attraction. With the gentle waves of the East Sea lapping at your feet and the magnificent Truong Son (Annamite) Mountain Range in the background, Banyan Tree Lang Co is truly a multi-dimensional tropical beach retreat.

8. Angsana Lăng Cô Resort

The concept is modeled on well known Laguna Phuket, Banyan Tree's flagship integrated resort. SEE MORE

Best Western Premier Indochine Palace

Official website: http://www.bwp-indochinepalace.com/view/Index.aspx

The BEST WESTERN PREMIER Indochine Palace is surrounded by lush green gardens that make it an outstanding landmark in Hue, setting new standards of excellence that is difficult to match by any hotel in Vietnam.

This world class hotel is designed to appeal to the affluent, up-market leisure and business travellers; and offers excellent facilities for Mice events (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions).

It‘s luxuriously appointed rooms are spacious and start from 35sqm, highlighted by its 42-inch plasma television and new a generation open bathroom concept. The cosmetics and toiletries carry the exclusive Indochine Palace fragrance.

The graphics on every item in the room, from specially designed matchboxes to the In-room Dining menu, reflect the attention to detail Indochine Palace has given the hotel. Most of them are good keepsakes that are worth remembering the Indochine Palace by. Should any of these items catch your fancy and you wish to keep them, please contact the Gift shop at L’Arcade for assistance.

Angsana Lăng Cô Resort (5 stars)

Official website: http://www.angsanaproperties.com/en/

Luxury resort operator Banyan Tree is unveiling its first investment holiday homes in Vietnam on October 22-23 at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong.

The showcase unveils luxury apartments now being developed as part of Laguna Lăng Cô - Banyan Tree's first ‘integrated resort complex' in Vietnam, occupying an idyllic 280-hectare beachfront estate just north of Danang.

The resort complex is incorporating a championship golf course designed by golf great Sir Nick Faldo, luxury properties, award-winning spas, convention facilities, waterpark, and ‘town centre' of retail and recreational outlets.

The concept is modeled on well known Laguna Phuket, Banyan Tree's flagship integrated resort.

Now replicated in Central Vietnam, Laguna Lăng Cô is near picture-postcard Lăng Cô Bay, once the favoured holiday destination of Vietnamese royalty, renowned for its endless stretches of white sand beach, lush mountainous hinterland and rural charm.

Just 55km north of Da Nang International Airport, it is within two hours drive of three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the former Imperial city of Hue, the ancient Silk Road seaport of Hoi An and legendary Cham temple ruins of My Son.

Laguna Lăng Cô combines eight resorts including the Banyan Tree and Laguna brands along with a new ‘contemporary, family oriented' concept of holiday homes for sale, branded Angsana Properties, which are now being showcased in Hong Kong.

Angsana Properties Lăng Cô is an exclusive collection of luxury beachfront apartments available for purchase as both holiday homes and for investment, which can be leased back for rental when not occupied by the owner.

Owners are being offered a 6% fixed return for six years - or alternatively opt for a share of room revenue.

Buyers are also entitled to membership of the Angsana Properties Owners Club, to exchange stays at other Angsana Properties being developed around the world, including Phuket and Bintan.

The apartments are designed in an ‘east-meets-west' style by Architrave Design & Planning, the celebrated, award-winning design arm of the Banyan Tree Group, "combining contemporary chic with Vietnamese aesthetics that stretch back centuries".

A highlight of the new development is a championship golf course designed by Sir Nick Faldo, who said: "We have a unique opportunity to incorporate diverse and dramatic nature, from sand dunes and rice-paddies to rock formations and a stunning coastline into the golf course layout."

Laguna Resorts & Hotels Managing Director Michael Ayling said: "The entire development is a convergence of components that together, in a single location, comprise a fully integrated resort. This is the formula has proved so successful at our flagship development, Laguna Phuket."

Banyan Tree's Executive Chairman Ho Kwon Ping added: "We have always believed that Vietnam holds the greatest potential of replicating the success of our flagship Laguna Phuket destination resort within Asia.

We're convinced this integrated concept in Central Vietnam, with its stunning location and unique blend of history, creates an irresistible destination and investment opportunity."

The Hong Kong showcase is open from 11am-7pm on Saturday October 22 and Sunday October 23 at the 2/F Victoria Room of the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong.

Vedana Lagoon Resort and Spa (5 stars)

Official website: http://www.vedanalagoon.com

Vedanā lagoon resort & spa is nestled on the shore of a peaceful and serene lagoon, with stunning views across one of the largest lagoons in southeast asia. it lies between two cities which are well-known as world heritage sites: hue and hoi an. the resort embodies the subtle connection of modern art concept and high-end lifestyle. vedanā lagoon resort & spa is the first over water villas in vietnam

The nearest airport is hue airport - just 25 minutes away, whilst danang international airport is 60 minutes by car. 

The resort is 40 minute from hue city center, 60 minute from danang city center and 25 minute from lang co by car.a

Vedanā lagoon resort & spa offers a new concept with stylish interior decoration on an area of 27 hectares of undulating land and lagoon surface in a calm and picturesque landscape. with 27 luxury villas, bungalows and 2 houseboats, the resort is as warm and inviting as it is fresh and full of vision. each of the villas and bungalows are individualised and have their own private sundeck, and a balcony that leads out onto the immense lagoon or into a private garden. the highlight of this resort is the first over-water bugalows in vietnam. the essence of  vedanā lagoon resort & spa flows into the wellness experience.

Standing in the heart of this historic and picturesque region, visitors can visit hue and hoi an – two world heritage sites. hue has various points of ecological & historical interest, such as the citadel, the royal tombs of tu duc, khai dinh, and minh mang, thien mu pagoda, dong ba market, and thanh toan tile roof bridge,... other attractions near the resort include bach ma national park, lang co beach, truc lam zen monastery, loc binh beach, canh duong beach, binh an beach, and dramatic waterfalls. 

Unwind with delicious dishes in the horizon restaurant, the sunset seafood restaurant and the twilight experience, or enjoy famous spirits in the cape bar. vedanā lagoon resort &spa will bring you an exquisite dining experience.

Vedana wellness at  vedanā lagoon resort & spa blends ancient traditional healing wisdom from the east with therapies from the west. ayurveda, meditation, reiki, tai chi or yoga classes help you find balance and peace in your mind and soul. a private or group class is provided upon request. 

La Residence Hotel & Spa (5 stars)

Official website: http://www.la-residence-hue.com

Celebrate the charms of art deco’s golden age. A member of the MGallery collection of memorable hotels by Accor, La Résidence Hue Hôtel & Spa is an enchanting boutique hotel on the banks of the fabled Perfume River overlooking the former Imperial Citadel – once home to Emperors and now preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Endowed with opulence and warmth, this former residence of the French Colonial governor has been painstakingly restored and refashioned into an exceptional design hotel. The hotel’s distinctive bowed façade, long horizontal lines and nautical flourishes are hallmarks of the 1930’s Streamline Moderne school of art deco architecture.

Pilgrimage Village Hue (5 stars)

Official website: http://www.pilgrimagevillage.com/

Pilgrimage Village is ideally located in the quiet countryside in rustic village setting surrounding by lush tranquil gardens, yet near to famous historical landmarks. The resort embodies the subtle connection of traditional stylish and modern art concept.

The nearest airport is Hue airport – just 20 minutes away, whilst Danang international airport is 90 minutes by car.

Pilgrimage Village offers the harmony of soothing natural environment and local culture. Delicious meals, sound sleep, and the peaceful life of our quiet countryside combine to refresh your spirits and help to forget the troubles of life. It is also a place where skillful artists carve, polish and weave to create authentic works that are beautiful remembrances reflecting the traditional culture of Hue.

With 99 rooms & villas, the resort is as warm and inviting as it is fresh and full of vision. Each of categories is individualized, has private gate and garden, and 02 private balconies that leads out onto the lakes and countryside. The essence of Pilgrimage Village flows into the Vedanā spa.

Standing in the heart of this historic and picturesque region, visitors can visit Hue and Danang – two favorite tourism cities in Vietnamese central. Hue has various points of ecological & historical interest, such as the Citadel, the royal tombs of Tu Duc, Khai Dinh, and Minh Mang, Thien Mu pagoda, Dong Ba market, andThanh Toan tile roof bridge,… other attractions near the resort include Bach Ma national park, Lang Co beach, Truc Lam zen monastery, and Thuan An beach. The hotel offers a shuttle bus service to and fromHue city centre. click here for timetable

Unwind with renowned Vietnamese fusion cuisine or delight in specialties of Hue in Junrei restaurant, a breakfast in the open space and fresh air beginning a new day of your journey in Valley restaurant or enjoy famous spirits in the candle bar, peanut bar or slope lounge. Pilgrimage Village will bring you an exquisite dining experience.

Vedanā spa at Pilgrimage Village blends ancient traditional healing wisdom from the east with therapies from the west. Meditation, Jacuzzi, sauna & steam bath, tai chi or yoga classes help you find balance and peace in your mind and soul. A private or group class is provided upon request.

Traditional Vietnamese Pool House

Separate house with private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.

Honeymoon Pool Hut

Spacious bedrooms, high cathedral ceiling, open marble bathroom, thatched roof design, spacious terrace, wooden floor viewing lakes and pool.

Villa Family Suite

Ana Mandara Hue Resort and Spa

Address: An Hai - Thuan An - Phu Vang - Thua Thien Hue
Tel: (054) 3971887
Fax: (054) 3971111
Website: http://www.anamandarahotel.com/


Overview
Ana Mandara Hue Resort and Spa which is the first project is managed by the Indochina Collection Hotel. The hotel is located in Thuan An town with an area of 2.8 hectares, with 400m long private beach of Thuan An bach - Ana Mandara Resort include: - Private swimming pool Villa (Pool Villa) - Sea View Villa (Beach Villa) - The double room (duplex) - The luxury rooms (Deluxe).
The service at the Spa will contribute to your mix into wide-open spaces of sky and sea, to the spirit you really escape from busy everyday life and receive the blessed essence. Ana Mandara beach Resort and Spa is located 15 Kms. East of Hue City, at Thuan An village at the Thuan An Beach. It is the ideal hideaway for individual travelers, romantic couples, honeymooner and families alike. The area is surrounded by picturesque rice paddy terraces, beautiful Tam Giang lagoons and set within luxuriant landscaped tropical gardens - coconut palms, manicured lawns, and lotus ponds. When the new beach road finishes from the airport to the Thune An beach, guests can reach the Resort in around 20 minutes as the new beach road will be only 18 Kms to from the airport to the Thuan An Beach..

Room
Beach Pool Villa: Total Area of each pool villa is 275 square meters. Bed room, Living room and Bath room is 106 square meters. The pool is Rectangular with 4meter wide and 12 meters length, 48 square meter total. There is a Gazebo at the Pool side with out-door furniture A manicured garden in front and back of the pool villa The bath room is large with pen shower and, Jacuzzi, and cubic shower with a waterfall shower

Beach Villa: 60 Square meters. Living and room and bed room consist an area of 48 square meters and open bath-room water fall shower and Jacuzzi. Each villa has beautiful garden and sea views, Terrace has 40 square meters of area.
Duplex Units: Living room at the ground floor with an open terrace and bed room on the upper floor with a large sea view terrace. Each Duplex unit has an area of 135 square meters. One bed room, one living room, one bathroom with shower on the ground floor one full bath-room at the first floor adjacent to the bed room.

Facilities

• Individual controlled air-conditioning
• Satellite TV with international channels
• Private bathroom with bathtub or shower
• IDD Telephone and alarm clock
• Mini-bar and hair-dryer
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Refrigerator and handicap accessible in room
• In-room safe deposit box 

Other Services & Facilities

• 24-hour room service
• Laundry & dry-cleaning services
• Internet & Email service
• 02 outdoor swimming pools and 01 Fishing lake
• Fitness centre and Billiards table
• Beauty salon with massage, sauna, steam-bath and Jacuzzi
• Cooking class and sport house (tennis, badmintons, chess...)
• Handicrafts goods and Souvenir shop
• Foreign currency exchange
• Car/Motor/Bicycle rental service
• Travel tour office for information and booking

Check Rates
Online booking room rate:
All rates are in USD, including breakfast, 10% VAT & 5% service charges.
All rates are subject to change without notice

Room Type	Single/ Double/ Twin		Extra Bed
Deluxe	122		40
Duplex Units	157		40
Beach Villa	262		40
Pool Villa	437		40

Hue Imperial Hotel (5 stars)

Booking Call us on (+84-4) 35561146 or Email Us

Official website: 

http://www.imperial-hotel.com.vn/

Imperial Hotel Hue in Hue city Description

Being a land mark of Hue City, the Imperial Hotel is splendidly standing in city center, the culture and festival city where has witness last monarchy regime of Nguyen Dynasty, Hue is the only place in Vietnam are persevered a lot cultural, architectural, artistic values. Tangible cultural heritage- the system of historic monuments and intangible cultural heritage- the Imperial court music have their own national and international values that were acknowledged as World Cultural Heritages. 

The Imperial hotel in Hue is a masterpiece on high-rise building architecture and an embodiment of Nguyen Dynasty’s architecture with the exposure of cubes, colorful patterns and restored antique materials, making the hotel the most luxurious in Vietnam style. The hotel interior is polished to perfect beauty, luxury and cozy. It is a combination of modern facilities and salient architecture values of the ancient capital city of Hue.

The Imperial Hotel is the only place in Hue that the wish of leaving never comes when you get up in every morning, when you watch the sunset in every evening or when the night falls, because through your window is a Creator’s masterpiece – here is the charming Perfume river. The hotel interior is carefully polished to perfection, combining luxury with cosines. It is a delicate combination of modern facilities and the cultural and architectural values of Hue and of Vietnam.

Imperial Hotel’s accommodation

Imperial Hotel Hue offers 194 rooms and suites, including 168 deluxe rooms, 20 suites, 01 Grand presidential suite and 03 apartments. Every room are well equipped exquisite furnish. Among them are 36 non-smoking rooms located on the two floors. The rooms combine modern with classic elements, blending historic architectural details and earthy décor. All rooms have classic and polished wooden floors, natural fabric, as well as classy furnishing. All have spectacular panoramic views of the serene Perfume River, the magnificent Ngu Binh Mountain and ancient monuments of the city. Following in below is accommodation category 

* Deluxe city at Imperial Hotel: totally there are 40 room and 36 m2 

* Deluxe River at Imperial Hotel: totally there are 128 room and large 36 m2

* Junior suite river at Imperial Hotel: totally there 10 rooms and large 46 m2 

* Grand president suite at Imperial Hotel: there is only 1 and large 160 m2

* Imperial suite: there are 2 room only and large 80 m2

Deluxe City View

Deluxe River View

Imperial Hotel’s room facilities

Imperial Hotel Hue Room & Hotel Facilities

* Electronic key card system

* Writing desk with ADSL internet access

* Luxurious marble bathroom with separate tub and shower sections

* Equipped with all modern amenities

* Hair dryer

* Satellite TV and IDD telephone

* Mini-bar

* Electronic safety deposit box

* Air-conditioning system with individual thermostat control

* Tea and coffee making facilities

* Bath robes and shoe-shine service

* Laundry and dry cleaning service

* In-room dining service

* Electronic smoke detector and sprinkler system

* Concierge Service

* Tour Desk

* Souvenir Shop

* Car Rental Imperial Hotel Hue

* Business Center Baby Sitting Service

* Foreign Currency Exchange

* Courier, Parcel & Postal Services

* Airport Shuttle Service ATM

* Doctor on Call

* Laundry & Dry Cleaning Services

* 24h Room Service

* Turn-Down Service

* Shoe Polishing Service

* Broadband Wireless and Wired Internet Facility

* Butler Services in Imperial & Presidential Suites

* Imperial Hotel Hue Recreation

Imperial Hotel Hue Business Center

Imperial hotel’s business center provides ADSL, wireless internet access, telephone, fax, photocopying, translation, computer rental and secretariat services it all located in first floor next to foyer, opening time from 8:00 am to 20:00 pm

Casino – prince club

In Prince Club, players can look forward to an array of exciting slot games namely Jackpot Party’s multilevel progressive jackpot and Cron machines. The club also features the latest state of the art multi-terminal roulettes, blackjack and baccarat games which combine with our first class service; will ensure your visit to Prince Club to be a memorable and exciting experience.

Swimming pool and GIM

Complimentary state-of-art equipment, free weights, treadmills, stepper machine, cross trainer and bench press. The Fitness Center also provides personal guidance for yoga sessions and meditation classes. This modern gym opens from 6.00 to 20.00 for guests

Queen’s souvenir shop

With an exhibition of the delicately traditional embroideries of Vietnam, guests can choose excellent hand-made embroidered XQ pictures, embroidered fashion or various and other handicraft souvenirs such as Jewelry, ties, shawls, local art and other Vietnamese curios and memorabilia. Open daily from 8.00 to 22.00.

Imperial hotel’s spa

All clients of Imperial invited to be club members Royal Spa, With 10 treatment rooms; Royal Spa offers a wide range of traditional treatments to relieve stress and to calm the mind. The treatment offered at the Royal Spa is comprehensive, ranging from traditional Eastern and Western techniques. Open daily from 10.00 to 22.00.

Imperial Hotel Hue Meeting & Conference

Imperial Hotel is the only place in Hue, the city of tourism, which has a system of elegantly-designed meeting rooms with a full array of the latest audio-visual, translation and lighting equipment of 5-star international standards, meeting every requirement for national and international conferences and meetings. Specialized equipment includes: LCD overhead projector, 50 micro sound systems and individual headsets, 4 parallel translation channels, 50 inch plasma screen TV.

Nhã nhạc

Nhã nhạc is a form of Vietnamese court music. Vietnamese court music is very diverse, but the term nhã nhạc (Hán Tự: 雅樂, meaning "elegant music" or "ceremonial music") refers specifically to the Vietnamese court music performed from the Trần Dynasty of the 13th century to the Nguyễn Dynasty, which ended in the early 20th century.

Vietnamese court music was performed at annual ceremonies, including anniversaries and religious holidays, as well as special events such as coronations, funerals or official receptions, by highly trained and skilled court musicians. Along with the musicians, a number of intricate court dances also exist (see Traditional Vietnamese dance). Both musicians and dancers wore elaborately designed costumes during their performances.

While the largest foreign influence on nhã nhạc came from the Ming dynasty court of China[citation needed], later on there were also adapted a few elements from the music of Champa, which the Vietnamese court found intriguing.

Instruments

Instruments commonly used for nhã nhạc include kèn bầu (conical oboe), đàn tỳ bà (pear-shaped lute with four strings), đàn nguyệt (moon-shaped two-string lute), đàn tam (fretless lute with snakeskin-covered body and three strings), đàn nhị (two-stringed vertical fiddle), sáo (also called sáo trúc; a bamboo transverse flute), trống (drum played with sticks), and other percussion instruments.

Development during the Nguyễn Dynasty
It is believed that nhã nhạc did not truly reach the pinnacle of its development until the Nguyễn Dynasty, when it was synthesized. The Nguyễn emperors declared it as the official court music, and it became an essential part of the extensive rituals of the royal palace.

UNESCO

Nhã nhạc is still performed in the old capital of Huế. 'Nhã nhạc of Huế court' (Vietnamese: Nhã nhạc cung đình Huế) was recognised in 2005 by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Extensive efforts have gone underway to preserve this truly unique and highly developed art.

Hue Citadel Introduction

Hue has chosen to be the capital city of the Southern Kingdom by all Nguyen Lords and officially became the capital under Tay Son'reign. For approximately 400 years, Hue has become a great landscape and architectural site. Hue' royal complex has been officially recognized by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Situated on the Northern bank of the Perfume River, with an area of 500 ha and a system of three circles of ramparts, namely from outside to inside: Kinh Thanh (Capital Citadel), Hoang Thanh (Royal Citadel) and Tu Cam Thanh (Forbidden Citadel).

 The Ngu Binh Mountain in the South is used as a front screening elevation. The Con Hen and Con Da Vien (both are sand dunes) on the Perfume River are chosen as geomancy condition "dragon on the left, tiger on the right" to protect the capital city.

Kinh Thanh Hue (Hue Capital Citadel):

Image: Bing Map

This construction stared in 1805 under the reign of Emperor Gia Long and completed in 1832 under the reign of Emperor Ming Mang. Under Nguyen' reign, Kings have ordered to build ramparts, palaces and constructional works of royal. Over 200 years to now, it is still original with nearly 140 small and large constructions.

The Citadel, square in shape and almost 10 km in circumference, 6 m high, 21 m thick and 10 entrances. On the top of the walls that surround it, 24 bastions are established for defensive purposes. Besides, the Citadel has an ancillary gate connecting the Tran Binh Bastion called the Thai Binh Mon (Peace Gate).

Hoang Thanh (Royal Citadel):

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The Imperial City is located in the centre of the Citadel where established highest offices of Viet Nam's feudalism and sanctums honouring the cult of decreased Emperors. The Citadel, also has a nearly square form, with more than 600m long for each side, built of brick 4m high, 1m thick, around which is ditched a system of protection trench. Access to the Imperial City can be made by four entrance gates. Noon Gate is only used for the King. Royal Palace consists of more 100 beautiful constructional works divided many sectors.

From the Ngo Mon to the Thai Hoa Palace: This is the place for setting up various grand ceremonies.

Sector for worship shrines of the King of the Nguyen dynasty: Trieu Mieu, Thai Mieu, Hung Mieu, The Mieu and Phung Tien place.

Sector for internal affairs office: Storehouse for precious objects, workshop for manufacturing various useful articles.

Sectors for the Kham Van palace and the Co Ha garden: place where the princes are studying or enjoying.

Tu Cam Thanh (Forbidden citadel):

Located inside the Imperial City, behind the Throne Palace, the Forbidden Purple City is reserved for Emperor and his family. Constructed early in Emperor Gia Long'reign in 1804 with brick walls 3.72m high, 0,72 m thick, about 1,230 m in circumference. Its front and back sides are 324 m each while either left and right side is more than 290 m including 50 architectural constructions of different sizes and 7 gates for facilities of entrance and exit. Dai Cung Mon (the Great Place Gate) is in the front side for Kings. Can Chanh Palace (the place for every day working of Emperors). Can Thanh (Emperor's Private Palace), Khon Thai Residence (Queen's Private Apartment) reserved for the Queen. Duyet Thi Duong house (Royal Theatre), Thuong Thien (the kitchen for the King' food), Thai Binh Lau (King's reading room)... Besides, Hue is also famous for royal tombs and temples of Nguyen Kings. Seven tombs with different aspect are not not only a wonderful arch but also combining beautiful, imposing nature and poetic of Hue.

Ancient Hue including Huong River and Ngu Mountain, palaces and citadels, tombs and temples with hundred of historic years are being embellished and recovered by material contribution of Vietnamese and International community in order to keep Hue City as cultural heritage of World.

Some images about Hue

Huong river

Linh Mu Pagoda

Tu Duc Pagoda

Adapted from Vietnamtourism