Hoi An Ancient Town is an ancient city located in the lower reaches of the Thu Bon River, in the coastal plain of Quang Nam province, about 30km south of beachfront hotels in Da Nang. Situated at the confluence of multiple river branches before flowing into the East Sea, Hoi An was a major trading port in our country during the 17th century, bustling with foreign trade activities.
The destructive force of time spares nothing, but Hoi An seems to be an exception. Stepping into the old town, guests from beachfront hotels in Da Nang will be amazed by a secluded world, detached from the changes of outside life.
Without a lively sound, without the roar of engines, and without the dazzling lights of colorful brands. Hoi An quiets itself in the beauty of tranquility and antiquity. The ancient wooden houses like the Bridge Pagoda, the two-story ancient houses facing the Hoai River, Quang Dong Assembly Hall, Phuc Kien... are silently lulling nostalgic melodies.
Every 14th night of the lunar month, the ancient town of Hoi An sparkles under the enchanting glow of lanterns. When the electric lights simultaneously turn off, the peaceful activities of this old town return to the customs of over 300 years ago, illuminated by a soft, dim light that faintly carries the traces of ancient times from the lanterns.
Visitors leisurely stroll through illuminated streets adorned with round and hexagonal Chinese-style lanterns hanging under eaves and on either side of entrances, or with Japanese-style lanterns made of white paper floating along columns, enjoying the intoxicating scent of incense and immersing themselves in the echoing sound of temple bells throughout the neighborhood.
Hoi An impresses with its unique cuisine. In the enchanting atmosphere of the ancient town, Hoi An tourists can taste some authentic Quang dishes such as Bo cake, Vac cake, and Cao Lau at restaurants that still maintain their century-old appearance or street vendors along the road. The food in Hoi An is not only attractive because of its delicious taste but also because of its affordable prices.
In Hoi An, guests staying at beachfront hotels in Da Nang not only get to enjoy but also actively participate in traditional folk performances such as ca bai choi, ho khoan, ho gia gao, and hat ba trao...