{"id":9404,"date":"2020-02-28T14:28:35","date_gmt":"2020-02-28T14:28:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxurytravelvietnam.com\/blog\/?p=9404"},"modified":"2026-03-25T09:27:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T09:27:18","slug":"perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue.html","title":{"rendered":"PERFUME RIVER &#8211; THE ROMANTIC BEAUTY OF HUE"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue.html\/#I_Introduction_to_the_Perfume_river\" >I. Introduction to the Perfume river<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue.html\/#II_The_name_of_the_Perfume_river\" >II. The name of the Perfume river<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue.html\/#III_Facts_about_the_Perfume_river\" >III. Facts about the Perfume river<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue.html\/#IV_Tour_along_the_Perfume_river\" >IV. Tour along the Perfume river<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/perfume-river-the-romantic-beauty-of-hue.html\/#V_Lux_Travel_DMC\" >V. Lux Travel DMC<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_Introduction_to_the_Perfume_river\"><\/span>I. Introduction to the Perfume river<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><div class=\"su-youtube su-u-responsive-media-yes\"><iframe width=\"760\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/awxBbzMobVo?\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture\" title=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Huong River, or known in English as Perfume river is located in Hue city and considered as one of the most famous rivers in Vietnam as its beauty has been mentioned by innumerable poets and writers. The Perfume river is the symbol of Hue city along with the Ngu Binh mountain that oversees it. A trip to the Imperial city isn\u2019t complete without appreciating the splendor of the Perfume river.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"II_The_name_of_the_Perfume_river\"><\/span>II. The name of the Perfume river<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9416 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_298817579-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"PERFUME RIVER - THE ROMANTIC BEAUTY OF HUE\" width=\"750\" height=\"457\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_298817579-1-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_298817579-1-1-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Source: Lux Travel DMC<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Huong river runs through a forest that carries the flagrant odor of herbs, therefore the river is said to be sweet-scented. People in the city simply name the river after \u201cPerfume\u201d (Vietnamese: Huong) to describe the aromatic smell of the river.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"III_Facts_about_the_Perfume_river\"><\/span>III. Facts about the Perfume river<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Those who have been to Hue city know that the Perfume river splits the city into two parts, the Northern and the Southern part. Nevertheless, the river stretches further, even to the ocean. The Perfume river has a length of 80 kilometers.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9409 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/74607429_2872808632783683_3733215040147576469_n-1.jpg\" alt=\"PERFUME RIVER - THE ROMANTIC BEAUTY OF HUE\" width=\"750\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/74607429_2872808632783683_3733215040147576469_n-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/74607429_2872808632783683_3733215040147576469_n-1-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Source: Instagram@camondonghuong<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Perfume river has two main creeks, originating from the Truong Son mountain. The \u201cTa Trach\u201d creek starts from Dong Dai, running through 55 small and big waterfalls to Bang Lang fork. The other creek is known as \u201cHuu Trach\u201d running through 14 waterfalls and joined the Ta Trach creek at the fork.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Source: Luu Ly &#8211; Wikipedia<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Perfume river runs through Hue city and various villages and then reaches its final destination, which is the ocean. Even though it is a faithful friend of Hue\u2019s people, the river can sometimes turn her back on her friends during the flood season, causing a lot of damage to those who live close to the river. The water of the river is blue all year round but turns brown during the flood season.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9410 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_404639935-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"PERFUME RIVER - THE ROMANTIC BEAUTY OF HUE\" width=\"750\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_404639935-1-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_404639935-1-1-300x186.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Source: Lux Travel DMC<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There are various famous destinations that can be seen along the river bank. One cannot miss the Trang Tien Bridge that crosses the river, especially during the night time. Metaphorically, the river is a mirror that reflects the colorful lights of Trang Tien Bridge at night. This is also the best time to take a dragon boat along the river. The river also runs alongside Vy Da garden which is famous for its green nature. The most famous place that oversees the river is Thien Mu pagoda (or also known as Linh Mu pagoda). You can have a breathtaking bird-eye view of the river, forests and mountains standing at the pagoda. The Perfume river then continues to run along the Nguyet Bieu village and then to Tu Duc Tomb, where one of the most famous kings of the Nguyen Dynasty rests in peace amongst the high mountains and thick forests.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IV_Tour_along_the_Perfume_river\"><\/span>IV. Tour along the Perfume river<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9412 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_576106168-1.jpg\" alt=\"PERFUME RIVER - THE ROMANTIC BEAUTY OF HUE\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_576106168-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_576106168-1-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Source: Lux Travel DMC<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Going on the dragon boat along the river is what those who visit Hue love to do. Listening to \u201cCa Hu\u1ebf\u201d (Hue songs) is a must-do thing. \u201cCa Hu\u1ebf\u201d is a form of classical Vietnamese music of central Vietnam, especially Hue city. You will see the singer sings solo, accompanying himself\/herself with wooden clappers or small teacups. You will also see 5 instruments being played before and between the solos, which is also known as \u201cng\u0169 tuy\u1ec7t\u201d in Vietnamese. There\u2019s nothing better than appreciating the beauty of the river and the city while listening to \u2018Ca Hu\u1ebf\u201d and enjoying the fresh and aromatic water and air.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9413 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Music-traditional-band-Vietnam-1.jpg\" alt=\"PERFUME RIVER - THE ROMANTIC BEAUTY OF HUE\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Music-traditional-band-Vietnam-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Music-traditional-band-Vietnam-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Music-traditional-band-Vietnam-1-440x294.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Source: Lux Travel DMC<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is possible to book your tickets on your arrival. Ticket for a trip on the dragon boat costs between $6-10. You can book the ticket at hotels, travel agents or even on the river.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Don\u2019t forget to bring the perfume back to your home every time you visit Hue!<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"V_Lux_Travel_DMC\"><\/span>V. Lux Travel DMC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxtraveldmc.com\">Lux Travel DMC<\/a> is the first luxury tour operator in Vietnam. Founded in 2004, we provide 100% tailor-made private tours to everywhere in Vietnam as well as in Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and Myanmar. The holiday is designed around your interest, time, need and budget. You are the one who decides when and where to go, where to stay. 99% of our customers are satisfied with our service with positive reviews on TripAdvisor. 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