Hanoi and Hue among best Asia Pacific cities: Travel+Leisure
(VOVWORLD) - Travel+Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2023 has revealed its readers’ choice of the top 10 cities in Asia Pacific, in which Hanoi and Hue were ranked 6th and 8th, respectively.
 The list of top 10 cities in Asia Pacific in 2023 on the website of Travel+Leisure Luxury Awards. |
 According to Travel+Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2023, Hanoi is a destination for those who love ancient and nostalgic beauty. Pictured is Hoan Kiem lake in the heart of Hanoi.
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 Khue Van Cac (the Pavilion of the constellation of literature) in Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam (the Temple of Literature ) was chosen as the symbol of Hanoi in 1999. (Photo: vietnamnet.vn) |
 Hanoi boasts an ancient, nostalgic, yet modern beauty, with a fusion of new and traditional architecture. (Photo: kinhtedothi.vn) |
 The new National Assembly building was inaugurated in 2014. The building serves as a bridge between the past and the future, incorporating traditional symbols and emblems. It’s design won Vietnam's National Architecture Award in 2014. (Photo: suckhoedoisong.vn)
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 The area around Hoan Kiem Lake attracts many tourists for many outdoor activities, especially during the weekends when the pedestrian streets open. (Photo: dantri.com) |
 Ta Hien street, dubbed the international intersection in Ha Noi’s Old Quarter, attracts lots of young Hanoians and expats. (Photo: thoidai.com.vn) |
 Travel+Leisure also recommends Hanoi’s exquisite dishes such as pho, bun cha (rice noodle with grilled pork), banh mi (bread), and coffee. (Photo: spk.vn) |
 According to Travel+Leisure, Hue is an ideal destination to learn about the history and culture as well as time-honored tradition in central Vietnam. It encourages visitors to spend time visiting Hue monuments which are recognized by UNESCO as world cultural heritages. (Photo: vneconomy.vn) |
 Despite many ups and downs, the former imperial capital of Hue remains stunning, boasting an array of charming architectural buildings, brilliant art works, and incredible cultural values. Pictured is King Tu Duc’s Tomb from the above. (Le Huy Hoang Hai) |
 Travel+Leisure says that visitors to the Hue Citadel will definitely admire its majestic architecture and breathtaking scenery. (Photo: mia.vn) |
 Ngo Mon (Noon gate) is a magnificent structure with sophisticated patterns. (Photo: mia.vn) |
 To get a new experience, visitors could take a trip on the romantic Huong river to enjoy the entire city by night, Truong Tien bridge and Hue folk music. (Photo: Le Huy Hoang Hai) |
 Along with meticulously-prepared royal dishes, visitors also fall in love with rustic cuisine like bun bo (beef noodle soup), nem lui (roasted pork paste with assorted vegetables), and com hen (steamed rice with baby clams). (Photo: angiday.com.vn) |