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Central Vietnam
Central Vietnam
The central region of Vietnam is rich in culture and history and incorporates the compelling towns of Hué and Hoi An.
Hué is capital of the Nguyen emperors and consequently packed to overflowing with temples, tombs, palaces and pagodas to explore. Built on the banks of the Perfume River this romantic town thrived in the 19th century and is the best place to explore Vietnam’s imperial past. A UNESCOWorld Heritage Site,Hué possesses an enduring charm,which is still intact despite the ravages of war.The Imperial City or Citadel is a good place to start your exploration - this former imperial seat of government is a complex of enclosures, temples, pavilions, moats and gates and is surprisingly peaceful.TheThienMu Pagoda, built in 1601, is another must see and the seven levels representing the seven stages of enlightenment rise more than twenty metres above the shores of the Perfume River.Numerous tombs line the river and the resting places of Tu Duc, Minh Mang and Khai Dinh are considered to be amongst the finest and represent excellent examples of Vietnamese Buddhist aesthetics and architecture.

Hoi An a major trading port between the 15th and 19th centuries saw settlers from China, Japan, India and Holland rubbing shoulders with the Vietnamese and the lasting legacy is a vibrant and rich local culture.The Old Town, a maze of winding lanes and small shops, is free from cars and exudes a delightful ambiance by night when lit by the gentle glow of lanterns and the day-trippers have departed. Ensure you leave some time to visit one of the many renowned tailors that Hoi An is famous for and have a made to measure garment made from the fabulous silks and fabrics available. Both Hoi An and Hué are considered to boast some of the finest cuisine in Vietnam and there is a wealth of choice to tempt all palates.
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Best times to go:
Typically the best time to travel the whole country is between October and March although this is high season and therefore also the busiest time to travel.
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Climate:
The climate varies considerably from region to region and is dictated by two monsoon seasons.  The winter monsoon between October and March and summer monsoon between May and October.
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