Tran Van Chon from Loc Thuy Commune said he sells a kilogram of leaves at VND5,000 ($0.2) to oil makers. "Growing cajeput trees for oil is slower than growing the other type, but a tree can be harvested for up to 20 years, providing stable and higher long term income," the 62-year-old said. … [Read more...] about Hue commune known for oil plant extraction to keep colds at bay
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Hue students make handwashing solution in line with WHO standards
Vo Anh Tu, a 10th grade chemistry teacher, stated that in the near future both the teachers and students will come together to collectively raise additional funds which will be used to send hand sanitiser to students throughout the city, giving priority to schools situated in remote areas. … [Read more...] about Hue students make handwashing solution in line with WHO standards
In a Hue pagoda, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is back home
Tu Hieu Pagoda on Le Ngo Cat Street, six kilometers from downtown Hue, is where the journey of Thich Nhat Hanh to a world renowned apostle of peace began. He became a novice here at the age of 16 and became a monk seven years later after graduating from a Buddhism institute in Hue. After more than half-a-century, the Zen Master returned home on October 26 last year. … [Read more...] about In a Hue pagoda, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is back home
A jewel in central Vietnam – Part 3: Touring Hue City
The Citadel is only a short taxi ride on the north side of the river with the old city. Founded by the Nguyen Dynasty, it’s an interesting site. Walking around the old grounds, you can imagine the emperor yelling ‘off with his head’ or some such thing. I loved the old trees and flower work and wood paneling. Nice backdrops for selfies. Shame that the American war destroyed part of the grounds, yet thankfully there’s a lot to see. … [Read more...] about A jewel in central Vietnam – Part 3: Touring Hue City
Caution delays Hue Festival as coronavirus rages
The biennial event would be delayed until August if the epidemic remains out of control, confirmed Le Truong Luu, party chief of Thua Thien-Hue Province in central Vietnam, home to the former imperial city of Hue, where the festival has been held on 10 occasions. … [Read more...] about Caution delays Hue Festival as coronavirus rages
