Vong Canh Hill
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A low hill on the banks of the Perfume River, overlooking the winding river and Ngoc Tran Mountain. It is Hue's most popular sunset viewpoint.
Vong Canh Hill rises about 43 metres above sea level, between Tu Duc Tomb and Hon Chen Temple. A viewing platform beside the pines at the summit overlooks a great bend of the Perfume River, with Ngoc Tran Mountain on the opposite bank. On clear days, you can see the Truong Son Range in the distance. Locals often come here in the evenings to picnic and watch the sunset. Entry is free. It is best reached by motorbike or taxi, and it can be combined with Tu Duc and Dong Khanh tombs as an afternoon route. The mountain paths have little lighting, so take care after dark.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Tomb of Tu Duc
- Tomb of Dong Khanh
- Hon Chen Temple
- Tu Hieu Pagoda
- Tomb of Thieu Tri
- Nam Giao Esplanade
- Ho Quyen Tiger Arena
- Thien Mu Pagoda