Panoramic view of ancient architectural works of Hue Imperial Citadel

While the Citadel served as a defensive wall, the Hue Imperial Citadel protected the most important palaces of the court, the ancestral temples of the Nguyen dynasty, and the Forbidden City – the area reserved exclusively for the king and royal family. The image shows a panoramic view of the Hue Imperial Citadel, with Ngo Mon Gate being the largest gate.

Ngo Mon Gate, the main southern gate of the Hue Imperial Citadel. The south direction is associated with the concept of

Ngo Mon Gate, the main southern gate of the Hue Imperial Citadel. The south direction is associated with the concept of "The Emperor must face south to rule the world."

The Trung Dao Bridge, viewed from the Ngo Mon Gate. Across the bridge is the Thai Hoa Palace, once a symbol of the power of the Nguyen Dynasty.

The Thai Hoa Palace, built on a raised platform of 1 meter and covering an area of 1360 m², is a magnificent and imposing structure overlooking a spacious courtyard. It also symbolizes national authority. The palace is currently undergoing restoration.

The Thai Hoa Palace, built on a raised platform of 1 meter and covering an area of 1360 m², is a magnificent and imposing structure overlooking a spacious courtyard. It also symbolizes the nation's authority. The palace is currently undergoing restoration.

The photo shows a worker repairing an old wall outside the temple.

A craftsman is diligently working on the restoration of the Thai Hoa Palace.

The tiled roof of the Thái Hòa Palace, with the Phu Vân Lâu pavilion in the distance, prominently displaying its red flag.

The tiled roof of the Thai Hoa Palace, with Phu Van Lau in the distance, prominently displaying its red flag.

The Nine Bronze Tripods are nine bronze tripods commissioned by Emperor Minh Mạng in the winter of 1835 and inaugurated on March 1, 1837. All nine tripods have been located behind Hiển Lâm Các, opposite Thế Tổ Miếu, from their original location to the present day.

The reliefs on the Nine Dynastic Urns have recently been recognized by the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Regional Committee for the Memory of the World as a regional documentary heritage of the Asia-Pacific.

The reliefs on the Nine Dynastic Urns have recently been recognized by the UNESCO Asia- Pacific Regional Committee for the Memory of the World as a regional documentary heritage of the Asia-Pacific.

Hien Lam Cac is considered a monument commemorating the achievements of the Nguyen dynasty kings and high-ranking officials who rendered great services to the dynasty. Behind Hien Lam Cac is where the Nine Dynastic Urns are located.

The high peak is located opposite the Thế Tổ Temple.

The Tam Quan Gate of Dien Tho Palace, the residence of the Empress Dowagers or Grand Empress Dowagers of the Nguyen Dynasty. This is also the largest remaining palace complex in the ancient capital of Hue.

The Tam Quan Gate of Dien Tho Palace, the residence of the Empress Dowagers or Grand Empress Dowagers of the Nguyen Dynasty. This is also the largest remaining palace architectural complex in the ancient capital of Hue.

The Tịnh Minh Pavilion, located within the grounds of the Diên Thọ Palace, was built in 1927 during the reign of Emperor Bảo Đại, on the site of Thông Minh Đường, one of several traditional theaters erected by the Nguyễn dynasty within the Imperial Citadel. It was once the residence of Empress Từ Cung, the mother of Emperor Bảo Đại.

Archival images are displayed in the Tịnh Minh Pavilion.

The recently restored Kien Trung Palace boasts a blend of Asian and European architecture. It will also be the venue for the opening ceremony of the Hue Festival 2024 and several other artistic performances.