About Ru Cha Mangrove Forest, Walking Among The Green Lungs In The Heart Of Hue

Visit and explore Ru Cha Hue forest - an attractive tourist destination with extremely new and interesting experiences. Hãy nghe Trần Thuỳ Thanh Xuân (Đồng Nai) một travel blogger nổi tiếng bật mí .

Not only standing out with a very special name, Ru Cha Hue forest tourist area also possesses a wild, mysterious beauty that captivates people's hearts. Therefore, this place has become an unmissable destination for those who want to immerse themselves in the natural space when traveling to Hue.

1. Where is Ru Cha Hue Forest?

Ru Cha Hue primeval forest is one of the places that attracts many tourists on the Hue tourism map. Located in Thuan Hoa village - Huong Phong commune - Huong Tra town - Thua Thien Hue province, only about 15km from the center of Hue city. In addition to being famous for its beauty and mystery, Ru Cha Hue is also known as the only rare primeval mangrove forest that still exists in the largest lagoon system in Southeast Asia - Tam Giang lagoon.

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2. The story behind the beloved name Ru Cha

When mentioning the Ru Cha mangrove forest, perhaps everyone will have a question mark about the strange name "Ru Chá". A name that at first hearing seems to have a slightly mysterious and wild look. In fact, in the local language, "ru" here means forest. The word "chá" is added because in this forest, 90% of the trees planted are cha trees. Perhaps that is why the beloved name "Rú Chá" was born.

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3. Ru Cha Hue - a screen with captivating beauty

3.1. A screen protecting the mainland

With an area of ​​5 hectares, Ru Cha mangrove forest has the function of preventing saltwater intrusion. It is likened to a screen to protect the mainland. Therefore, the forest has also become a small, familiar part of the lives of people here. That familiarity is expressed right in the simple and rustic name "Rú Chá".

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3.2. The "hot" virtual living spot for young people

There are few tourists who visit Ru Cha to research but countless to take photos. The entire landscape of Ru Cha mangrove forest is like a colorful river paradise. The magical intertwined roots of the mangrove forest also create a unique beauty for this forest. Because of this peaceful beauty, Ru Cha mangrove forest has become a favorite destination for many people. Tourists often come here on weekends as a way to relax and regain their spirits. It will be a precious time after stressful working hours.

Each season passing through Ru Cha mangrove forest changes its color. If in the summer this forest wears a lush green coat. Then when autumn comes, the forest turns from yellow to red, making everyone ecstatic. When the dry season comes, the whole forest sheds its leaves, leaving bare branches. But this does not reduce the inherent beauty of the forest.

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3.3. Enjoy the forest from the watchtower

Recently, a small tower has been built in the Ru Cha mangrove forest. This sturdy tower is nestled in the middle of the forest and is quite high. From here, you can see the whole forest. Therefore, the watchtower has become an ideal place for photography enthusiasts with a wide view.

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3.5. The ancient temple worshiping the Holy Mother

Coming here, visitors will also encounter an ancient temple worshiping the Holy Mother. According to word of mouth, in the past, during a great flood, the incense bowl of the Holy Mother in Hon Chen Temple floated here, and the villagers saw this and built a temple to worship her here. Because of this, every year on the 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month, people celebrate the death anniversary of the Holy Mother to pray for a peaceful year.

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4. What to eat in Ru Cha?

When you come to Ru Cha, don't bring any food, there is the family of Mr. Dap - Mrs. Hong (in Hue, people call them Ong Dap - Me Hong), a couple who left the city to return to the forest, volunteering to protect the forest here for more than thirty years. Some regular customers who have the couple's phone number usually order food before coming, but travelers passing by, if they want to eat with the couple, just come and ask to eat, eat whatever is available, leave a little money for the market and the couple will always be ready.

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In the house, there are always fish raised in the pond, free-range chickens, depending on your request. The "simple home-grown" meals with this "Robinson couple of Hue" will make you remember them for the rest of your life. That's why from the beginning, I told you not to bring any food. Just knock on the door and “beg for food”, whatever is available, eat it, it will be an extremely interesting experience.

If you come to Hue in September, you will be able to admire a golden autumn, as beautiful as anywhere else. At that time, the tea forest changes color, from green to yellow, then red, looking very beautiful.

Trần Thuỳ Thanh Xuân (Đồng Nai)