Thuan An Travel Guide

Hue

City of Ghosts in Hue in Vietnam is located in the village of An Bang, Phu Vang district of Thua Thien Hue province.  The history of the city of ghosts in Hue began in the early 1990s when An Bang was a modest fishing village. But in 1990, when the State began to allow Vietnamese people living in the United States to send money to help their families in Vietnam.  These tombs in Hue have all styles of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Islam... which were built by the money of overseas children to express their filial piety to the ancestors. Due to the lack of local planning, there are many tombs covering a thousand square meters / each. In a short time, the ancient sand dunes were covered by the graves. #Culture
City of Ghosts in Hue in Vietnam is located in the village of An Bang, Phu Vang district of Thua Thien Hue province.  The history of the city of ghosts in Hue began in the early 1990s when An Bang was a modest fishing village. But in 1990, when the State began to allow Vietnamese people living in the United States to send money to help their families in Vietnam.  These tombs in Hue have all styles of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Islam... which were built by the money of overseas children to express their filial piety to the ancestors. Due to the lack of local planning, there are many tombs covering a thousand square meters / each. In a short time, the ancient sand dunes were covered by the graves. #Culture
The City of Ghosts. Not your normal tourist destination you would think. About a 40 minute drive from Hue this cemetery is one of the most amazing things to see in the area. There are around 200 tombs in this cemetery alone, all of which cost in the region of $50,000 USD.  Now compare that to the average annual income of $2000 per person in this village and you wonder how they could afford such extravagant tombs.
We took a traditional boat to the Perfume Pagoda.  It is tradition that only women oar the boats.
One of my favorite pictures ever.  I love the mist, the mountains, the perfect reflection, the tradition clothing, the shrimp basket.

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Top hotels in Thuan An

Melia Vinpearl Hue

Melia Vinpearl Hue

5 out of 5
50A Hung Vuong Hue
The price is ฿2,382 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿2,382
฿2,702 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
What a wonderful place to stay! Highly recommend

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Melia Vinpearl Hue
Indochine Palace

Indochine Palace

5 out of 5
105A Hung Vuong Street Hue
The price is ฿1,882 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿1,882
฿2,134 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hue. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (638 reviews)
Clean. Great amenities and staff!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Indochine Palace
Pilgrimage Village Hue

Pilgrimage Village Hue

5 out of 5
130 Minh Mang Road Hue
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (723 reviews)
Overall, superb quality and services!

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Pilgrimage Village Hue
Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel

Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel

5 out of 5
02 Le Loi Street, Vinh Ninh Ward, 4 Hue
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (290 reviews)
Lovely hotel, exceptional service. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel
Hotel Saigon Morin

Hotel Saigon Morin

4 out of 5
30 Le Loi Street Hue
Stay at this spa hotel in Hue. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (744 reviews)
Short walk to busy streets. Apposite quite tiver walk and easy access to markets Trendy coffee shop on corner and around corner Old style hotel Large rooms

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Hotel Saigon Morin
Century Riverside Hotel Hue

Century Riverside Hotel Hue

4 out of 5
49 Le Loi Street Hue
The price is ฿1,007 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿1,007
฿1,142 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (290 reviews)
All above.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Century Riverside Hotel Hue
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Other neighbourhoods around Thuan An

Aerial view of Thien Mu Pagoda is one of the ancient pagoda in Hue city.It is located on the banks of the Perfume River in Vietnam's historic city of Hue.

Vỹ Dạ

If you're spending some time in Vỹ Dạ, Con Hen and Perfume River are top sights worth seeing.

Vỹ Dạ
Wonderful view of the Thai Hoa palace in the Imperial City with the Purple Forbidden City within the Citadel in Hue, Vietnam. Imperial Royal Palace of Nguyen dynasty in Hue. Hue is a popular

Xuân Phú

While Xuân Phú may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hue Night Walking Street and Dong Ba Market.

Xuân Phú
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Thuận Lộc

Thuận Lộc might not have many top sights, but Perfume River and Tinh Tam Lake are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Thuận Lộc
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An Đông

While there might not be top attractions in An Đông, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hue Night Walking Street and Dong Ba Market.

An Đông
Wonderful view of the Truong Sanh palace within the Citadel in Hue, Vietnam. Imperial Royal Palace of Nguyen dynasty in Hue.

Phú Hội

While visiting Phú Hội, you might make a stop by sights like Hue Night Walking Street and Perfume River.

Phú Hội
Truongtien Bridge which includes a bridge

Phú Hòa

While visiting Phú Hòa, you might make a stop by sights like Dong Ba Market and Perfume River.

Phú Hòa


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