Prolonged rains and upstream floodwaters have submerged central Hue and its historic sites, displacing thousands and isolating neighborhoods.

Central Vietnam is enduring days of torrential rainfall, with widespread flooding reported in Hue and Da Nang. Forecasts warn that heavy rains and floods will continue in the coming days.

From the night of October 27 through the early morning of October 28, floodwaters in Hue receded slowly, leaving many wards and communes still heavily inundated.

Severe flooding from the Ta Trach River swept away a vital bridge in Hue, isolating communities and submerging streets in the city center.

The Cu Lac – Ngu My Thanh mural road for plastic reduction in Ngu My Thanh village, the central city of Hue, is a highlight in the local journey toward building a green, clean, and eco-friendly community-based tourism.

All bars, beer clubs, and pubs in Hue City must install security cameras linked to the city’s smart monitoring center, under new government regulations.

The new rice festival of the Co Tu ethnic people and the traditional knowledge of bun bo Hue (Hue-style beef noodle soup) have both been officially listed in the national intangible cultural heritages.

Hue has successfully leveraged a diverse array of events while developing community-based eco-tours and agri-tourism in potential localities.

The Hue Association of Historical Science on June 24 held a workshop on historical figures who played a role in defending national sovereignty at the Thuan An Estuary and the Hue Imperial Capital from 1883 to 1885.

Deputy Director of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism Pham Van Thuy emphasised the RoK as a top tourism market, noting 1.58 million Korean arrivals in Vietnam in the first four months of 2025.

Hue seeks Ministry approval to assess and repair the vandalized imperial throne.

Hue’s schools and cafés have turned red with pride, celebrating 50 years of Vietnam’s reunification.

As the official throne hall of the king, Thai Hoa Palace hosted royal audiences, grand ceremonies, and key imperial rituals, witnessing the reigns of the 13 kings under the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945).

To revive and develop this traditional craft, local authorities are actively promoting vocational training, preservation efforts, and linking the craft with community-based tourism.

The 2025 National Tourism Year in Hue marks a historic celebration, with the city poised to achieve unprecedented growth in visitors and tourism income.

Combining heritage and innovation, Hue’s Nguyen Dynasty artifacts are now equipped with NFC technology, enabling visitors to uncover their stories in vivid detail.

Each smart interaction station acts as a digital tour guide, providing numerous utilities at Hue's cultural tourism sites, a result of using digital technology in tourism.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced that on the list of national intangible heritages are the Huệ Nam Palace Festival and the traditional craft of making Vân Cù vermicelli.

The National Assembly has officially elevated Hue to a centrally governed city, recognizing its cultural significance and potential for sustainable urban growth.

The National Assembly reviews the designation of Hue as a centrally governed city, a decision hailed as historically significant by Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra.