Huong river

Perfume River is a large river flowing through the heart of Hue City, famous for its poetic and lyrical beauty. The river has many names: Lo Dung, Linh, Dinh, Kim Tra, Huong. There is a legend that it is called the Perfume River because at the source of the river there are many varieties of Thach Xuong Bo grass that bring scent into the water stream.

The Perfume River has two large tributaries, both originating from the Truong Son mountain range. Ta Trach branch comes from Long Cave, flows through 55 large and small waterfalls to Bang Lang fork. Huu Trach branch starts from the east of Chan Son mountain, flows through 14 waterfalls and then joins with Ta Trach stream at the upper fork. From Bang Lang fork to the sea, the river becomes wide, the water flows gently. All year round except for flood days, the river water is green.

The Perfume River is not long, the whole river is only 100 km. As for the main river section called Huong River, it is only about 30 km long. From the Bang Lang junction, the Perfume River gently and slowly flows through the rich villages of the periphery of Hue, enters the heart of the city, and then continues to meander through the downstream countryside before reaching the sea.

The Perfume River is beautiful from its source, winding between mountains and forests, bringing with it the aromas of tropical herbs. The river slowly passes through the green, tree-lined villages of Kim Long, Nguyet Bieu, Vi Da, Dong Ba, Gia Hoi, Cho Dinh, Nam Pho, Bao Vinh, blending with the fragrance of Hue flowers. . The view of the riverbanks, the citadels, the streets, the gardens, the pagodas, etc., the shimmering reflections on the water surface make the already lovely river more poetic and musical. Many people think that the reason why Hue has a calm, gentle and quiet beauty is largely thanks to the Perfume River, the green river that has brought to the city a quiet poetic charm and a harmonious clarity emanating from the land. cultural depth.

Having come to Hue, do not miss the experience of cruising on the Perfume River to slow down, admire the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river and immerse yourself in Hue folk songs and songs. Many artists, while on a cruise to admire the peaceful Huong Giang and listen to traditional Hue folk songs, have found endless inspiration to compose immortal poems.

When night falls covering the river, Hue boats are still "engrossed" with humming tunes, settling down a bit thoughtfully and deeply in the quiet night. Trang Tien Bridge lights up, emitting colorful shimmering lights that illuminate a quiet river area. On the banks of the river, golden lights were lit one after another. If you have the opportunity to come to Hue on festival days, visitors can also witness the beauty of the Perfume River as if "awakened" among the twinkling lanterns in the fanciful water.

Hue is not only a political, cultural and religious center of the Nguyen Dynasty until 1945, but also more beautiful when the Perfume River flows through, adorning the natural beauty of a feudal capital. this unique. If you have the opportunity to travel to Hue, please do not forget the dragon cruise to see the Perfume River through every moment, surely you will be unforgettable in your journey to the ancient land of Kinh.