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The video introduces the Perfume River on the outskirts of Huế, describing it through Hoang Phu Ngoc Tuong's poetic language. It is depicted as a beautiful woman lying in a dreamy sleep amidst a poetic landscape of wild flowers, evoking a romantic and mythical image. Its journey is seen as a conscious search for its true lover, awakening beautifully upon meeting them, much like a princess awaiting her prince.
The author uses personified verbs and rich imagery to describe the river's movements, such as 'continuous movement,' 'bending itself in an arc,' and 'embracing the valley.' Phrases like 'truly soft curve,' 'perfectly round arc,' and 'soft as silk' portray the river's graceful and alluring flow, even when enveloped in the mist of Truong Son mountain.
The second aspect of the Perfume River's beauty is its profound and philosophical nature, akin to ancient poetry. This is conveyed through the image of the Thiên Mụ pagoda's bell echoing over the water, symbolizing impermanence. Despite navigating through deep valleys and towering hills, the river remains soft and shimmering, yet profound and wise amidst the surrounding mountains. This intellectual beauty is shaped by its passage through serene pine forests, magnificent tombs, and the eternal slumber of ancient kings.
Beyond its profound beauty, the Perfume River also embodies impermanence. The echoing bells of Thiên Mụ pagoda spread a sense of the transient along the river. The sound of the bells, like the symphony of life, sometimes clear, sometimes hidden, flows with time, akin to the eternal murmur of water, reminiscent of Bashō's haiku poems.
On the outskirts of Huế, the Perfume River possesses a harmonious beauty, both poetic and mysterious, blending perfectly with the nature of the ancient capital. This creates a deep and charming beauty, reflecting the cultural layers of the land it flows through.