• placement: superzone
  • path: destinations/pois/hero
  • containerId: gpt-ad-443972827071
  • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [320, 50], [1, 1],
  • targeting: 
    {
  "url": "points-of-interest/thai-hoa-palace/442808",
  "destination": "Hue",
  "title": "hue",
  "type": "City",
  "city": "Hue",
  "continent": "Asia",
  "country": "Vietnam",
  "refresh": 30,
  "refresh_limit": 3
}

Thai Hoa Palace

This 1803 palace is a spacious hall with an ornate timber roof supported by 80 carved and lacquered columns. It was used for the emperor’s official receptions and important ceremonies. On state occasions the emperor sat on his elevated throne, facing visitors entering via the Ngo Mon Gate. No photos are permitted, but be sure to see the impressive audiovisual display, which gives an excellent overview of the entire Citadel, its architecture and the historical context.

The Thai Hoa Palace is modelled on the Taihe Dian (Palace of Supreme Harmony) in Beijing's Forbidden City.

Lonely Planet may earn a commission from affiliate links on our site. All recommendations and reviews reflect our own independent opinions.

  • placement: superzone
  • path: destinations/pois/middle
  • containerId: gpt-ad-931439613285
  • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [320, 50], [1, 1],
  • targeting: 
    {
  "url": "points-of-interest/thai-hoa-palace/442808",
  "destination": "Hue",
  "title": "hue",
  "type": "City",
  "city": "Hue",
  "continent": "Asia",
  "country": "Vietnam",
  "refresh": 30,
  "refresh_limit": 3
}

Must-see attractions

Explore all
  • placement: superzone
  • path: destinations/pois/superzone
  • containerId: gpt-ad-472037854719
  • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [320, 50], [1, 1],
  • targeting: 
    {
  "url": "points-of-interest/thai-hoa-palace/442808",
  "destination": "Hue",
  "title": "hue",
  "type": "City",
  "city": "Hue",
  "continent": "Asia",
  "country": "Vietnam",
  "refresh": 30,
  "refresh_limit": 3
}