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Hoi An

In the 16th and the 17th century Hoi An commercial port was the international trade centre in Southern Vietnam.
Influenced by centuries of Chinese, French and Japanese culture has made Hoi An a unique town, and still bares its ancient appearances today. The way of life for most people of Hoi An is still very primitive.
One of many attractions in Hoi An is the arts and crafts that can't be missed. The town itself is a rich cultural museum. 
Hoi An has earned it's name on the World Heritage List since 1999. Located in the Quang Nam province 35km from Da Nang International Airport.
PLACES OF INTEREST

Japanese Covered Bridge
Also known as the Pagoda Bridge, was built in 1593 by the town's Japanese community.

Phuc Kien Assembly Hall
Also called Kim Son Pagoda, was built in 1697 by Chinese Phuc Kien merchants at Hoi An. Having been used for worship as well as for meetings of the Chinese from Phuc Kien province.

Quan Cong Temple
This Temple is dedicated to Quan Cong, a Chinese general.

Tan Ky House
This old house was constructed almost two century ago as the house of a Vietnam merchant. The design of Tan Ky House shows how local architecture followed Japanese and Chinese influences.

Chien Dan Tower
55km from Hoi An, Built in 11th century in honour of the Champa's Hindu deities.

Tra Kieu Citadel
Also called Citadel of the Lion. According to Thuy Kinh Chu (15th century), the system of outer walls, moats and bastions was built with Chinese martial techniques.

My Son
My Son Holy Land is a valley. Several temples, among which the biggest in the Champa Kingdom and more than 70 constructions made of bricks and stone were built between the 7th and the 13th centuries in accordance with different architectural styles, showing how talented the Champa artists were. The main temples are devoted to the protector of the Champa Kings. My Son was recognised as a world heritage site in 1999.

Hotels in Hoi An
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