Hue, Vietnam vs Beijing Imperial, China: A Travel Comparison
Did you know that Vietnam has a beautiful feudal capital, the Hue Imperial City? Many think it is similar to Beijing's Forbidden City in China, but they are both beautiftreasures in their respective countries.
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Imperial Scale: Comparing the Size and Setting
Beijing Forbidden City is HUGE! Approximately 7.6 times larger than Hue's Imperial City. You can explore Hue’s Imperial City in half a day or a full day, but some would argue (me) that it's impossible to visit all of Beijing in the same amount of time.
Hue's Imperial City is located in central Vietnam near the rivers and the mountains, and it is an ideal location for protection. The Beijing Forbidden City is built on the wide open North China Plain. The locations and surroundings both help to define their unique atmospheres.
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Unique Architecture
Hue - A Fusion of Vietnamese and French Styles
Hue's Imperial City is an interesting combination of Eastern and Western architecture. There are three defensive walls and wooden buildings with tiled roofs of classic Vietnamese royal architecture.
The Hue Forbidden City was influenced by French military architecture, Vauban style, with high walls and moats for defense. This harmonious fusion reflects both Vietnam’s cultural identity and external influences, making Hue’s architecture a historical treasure.
Beijing - Symmetrical Eastern Grandeur
Beijing's Forbidden City is a testament to traditional eastern design, stiffly designed in a balanced manner. These different styles make both cities unique.
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Greenery and Gardens: Hue vs Beijing
I loved discovering that Hue’s Imperial City has many trees, fruits, shade, and flowers. I then realized that the Beijing Forbidden City didn't have any trees in place during the Ming Dynasty period, so that assassins wouldn't have any place to hide, and the trees we know today were added later.
Royal Design: Materials and Cultural Symbolism
Beijing’s Forbidden City was built from precious woods, bright yellow tiles, and bright red walls, symbolizing power and luck.
Hue’s Imperial city, however, had a darker wood, buildings painted in red and gold, decorated with ceramic inlays, which give a refined and great appearance, reflecting Hue's art. Both are quintessentially beautiful in their own culture.
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The Legacy of Power: Historical Importance
Beijing’s Forbidden City: For the hundreds of years that it has been a symbol of Chinese feudal power, with 24 Ming and Qing emperors residing there, there is a sense of unity of the vast Empire.
Hue’s Imperial City: The last feudal capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty reflects the independence of a nation and blends foreign influences with a unique identity. It has had its ups and downs during the journey of Vietnam.
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Conclusion
The differences between Hue’s Imperial City and Beijing’s Forbidden City bring out the unique stories of each of their culture, histories, and philosophies. My time exploring Hue was one of the highlights of my travels, and I know you would love it too!
Thank you for choosing VIET DOVE Travel, and we hope this comparison has helped inspire your journey to Hue’s Imperial City.
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