by: Newedge Writers

Vietnam Holidays 2012: National Tourism Year

Vietnam holidays 2012 are being encouraged in the country’s central regions, as the province of Thua Thien – Hue plays host to the National Tourism Year 2012. Through a theme of ‘Heritage Tourism’, the programme aims to increase both national and international visitors by highlighting the rich cultural traditions of the area. Thua Thien – Hue and surrounding provinces are utilising sites of historical significance to diversify their tourism packages and to promote the national history of this enchanting country. Vietnam holidays 2012 based in these central regions can expect to witness some spectacular events, with festivities taking place throughout the year on both a provincial and national scale. In particular, the main draw of the year long programme is the traditional Festival Hue.

Festival Hue

As a major attraction of the National Tourism Year, Festival Hue is a must see for Vietnam holidays 2012. This biennial event kicks off on April 7th and showcases a nine day programme of carnivals, art and fashion shows, music and dance programmes and celebrity appearances. Not only does Festival Hue promote the traditional cultures of Vietnam to foreign tourists, it aims to support cultural exchange, through the participation of worldwide artists and performers. With the combination of Festival Hue and the National Tourism Year, the region is forecast to draw in around 2.2 million visitors at an increase of 17% over the previous year, with a major push at promoting international Vietnam holidays 2012.

Vietnam Holidays 2012: Discovering Hue

As the capital of Vietnam under the feudal rule of the Nguyen dynasty, the ancient imperial city of Hue offers a wealth of cultural and historical attractions for Vietnam holidays 2012. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993, Hue is a popular sightseeing destination, with elegant architecture built under Nguyen rule. Of particular interest is the city’s ancient Citadel, located on the northern banks of the Song Huong (more commonly known as the ‘Perfume River’). This site acts as both a link to Vietnams ancient past and a reminder of its more recent traumatic history, with the scars of war significantly visible. Set at intervals along the banks of the river also lay the Royal Tombs of the Nguyen dynasty, beautifully crafted buildings resting in naturally majestic surroundings. Boat trips along the Perfume river are also a must, as it runs its path of around 30km past the city’s main attractions and through tropical flora, bringing with it the fragrant aromas to which it owes its name. Already a destination growing in popularity and with the National Tourism Year brining new possibilities to the area, Hue is set to offer the best for Vietnam holidays 2012.

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