A visit to the romantic resting place of the Vietnamese emperor, the Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc

The Tomb of Tu Duc is located about 7km southwest of Hue city, Vietnam. It takes about 15-20 minutes by car from Hue Railway Station, and it is easily accessible. To be exact, it is located near the village of Thuong Ba, and the surrounding area is surrounded by a dense pine forest, giving it a quiet feel. The Tomb of Tu Duc was designed and used by Emperor Tu Duc himself during his lifetime, and it is not just a simple tomb, but a complex space with a palace and garden where the emperor spent the rest of his life. Walking around the Tomb of Tu Duc on a rainy day was a truly special experience. The moist pine forest, the quiet pond, and the slightly foggy landscape made it feel as if time had stopped. The Tomb of Tu Duc felt more like a small palace than a simple tomb, and the pavilions around the pond and the Xung Khiem Pavilion, where Emperor Tu Duc spent his time writing poetry, were especially charming when it rained. Watching the gentle ripples created by the raindrops falling on the pond made me feel at ease, and I felt like I was briefly catching a glimpse of the emperor's life in a space where nature and history come together. The Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc is a place that shows a simple yet sophisticated beauty overall. The design that emphasized harmony with nature rather than flashy decorations stood out, and on rainy days, that harmony seemed to be maximized even more. However, if you visit on a rainy day, you should be careful of the slippery stone paths. It was fun to walk slowly with an umbrella and admire the delicate architecture and nature here and there. #VietnamTravel