Tu Duc Mausoleum, one of the most beautiful architectural buildings of the architectural complex of tombs and palaces of the Nguyen Dynasty emperors in the ancient capital of Hue. Photo: Minh Hoa |
A large number of experts and researchers have presented and exchanged stories about culture and architecture in general and Hue in particular. There, the experts emphasized issues such as the balance in the traditional architecture of Hue, the choices when living with the heritage, and the values of Hue urban from the past to the modern...
Dr. Phan Thanh Hai, Director of the Provincial Department of Culture and Sports, said in his presentation that because of the special conditions of the history of formation, development and natural environment, the traditional architecture of Hue has a very special balance.
That is evident in the urban planning of Hue from the Nguyen Lords to the Nguyen Dynasty, and even during the colonial period (1636 - 1945). Thanks to this feature, the traditional architecture of Hue becomes unique and different with its own philosophy. It is a precious heritage that Hue needs to preserve and promote in the contemporary context.