Looking through

I can't resist using an archway as a frame for a scene beyond. The gardens of the Imperial Palace in Hue were beautifully maintained. Photo taken in November 2016.

Imperial decay

Most of the Imperial Palace has not been restored. The decay has its own sort of beauty. Photo taken in November 2016.

Imperial dragons

A look at the building that is being guarded by yesterday's dragon. Photo taken in November 2016.

Protector

A stone dragon protects the entrance to one of the palace buildings in Hue. Photo taken in November 2016.

Patterns

Beautiful patterned tiles on the floor of the Imperial Palace in Hue, Vietnam. Photo taken in November 2016.

Into the light

The beautiful arches are almost glowing at the Imperial Palace in Hue. Photo taken in November 2016.

Wishes

Most Southeast Asian countries don't use coins, so sometimes you see a few bills in the wishing well. Photo taken in November 2016.

Imperial remains

Vietnam's imperial city in Hue was once as big and impressive as the forbidden city of Beijing. Unfortunately, it suffered destruction during the Vietnam War. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and some areas are being restored. Others will remain in their current state. Photo taken in November 2016.