Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda (Pagoda of the Heavenly Lady), arguably the most famous pagoda in Hue and an enduring symbol of the city. Perched on Ha Khe Hill overlooking the Perfume River, its elegant seven-story Phuoc Duyen Tower is instantly recognizable. Founded in 1601, the pagoda holds significant religious and historical importance.

Explore the temple grounds, admire the giant bronze bell, and see the Austin car used by monk Thich Quang Duc for his self-immolation protest in Saigon in 1963, a powerful relic of modern Vietnamese history. Visiting Thien Mu Pagoda, especially by boat, is a quintessential Hue experience.