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What to do and see in Hoi An, Quang Nam Province: The Best Historic Sites
This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional colored lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
Restaurants in Hoi An
1. Cantonese Assembly Hall
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4.0 based on 449 reviews
Cantonese merchants built this meeting hall in Southeast Asian style, with a central courtyard surrounded by buildings brightly decorated with statues and carvings.
Reviewed By Raymondale - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
visited this hall last year september when i travelled to Hoi An.this hall originally built in 1885 by the merchants from ZhaoQing, Canton,.so it also called Quang Trieu Assembly Hall.Quang is Canton,Trieu is ZhaoQing.Many of the parts were originally made in China, and transported to Hoi An via ship from China. what amazed me most are the nine dragons ceramic fountain at the backyard,the door god,five goats statue and many more.this hall worship Guang Gong and Thien Hau also.so not only an assembly hall,but also a temple.if you want to know more about cantonese immigrants history in Hoi An,you must come and have a look here.
2. Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien)
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4.0 based on 997 reviews
Each of the many animal statues in this stunning meeting hall symbolize some life quality such as wisdom, longevity and nobility; Chinese merchants from the Phuc Kien province built this structure in 1697.
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
At the heart of "Hôi An Ancient Town", an ornated gate will certainly catch your attention. This is the entering gate to "Fukian Assembly Hall"! It dates from the late 17th century and its main objective was to be a meeting point for Chinese immigrants from Fujian province living in Hôi An. Years later, the Chinese goddess of the seas and protector of sailors, "Thien Hau Thanh Mau", was enshrined at its main hall and, thus, it became known and revered as "Phuc Kien Temple". "Fukian Assembly Hall" is famous for the refined colorful Chinese style present in its gates, courtyards, buildings and ponds. Check the sacred characters, beautiful statues and images, bronze bells, old drums and lacquered works of art. And remember, "Hôi An Ancient Town" is, since 1999, a Unesco appointed "World Heritage Site"! Take your time, visit the temple and burn an incense with your name written in Chinese characters on it. May "Thien Hau Thanh Mau" bless your visit to the enchanted Hôi An! Unmissable! Enjoy!
3. Old House of Tan Ky
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4.0 based on 1,025 reviews
This beautiful private home, built around an open courtyard and filled with antiques, is over two hundred years old. Facebook : https://bit.ly/2NZLpVb
Reviewed By jonhvirb - Bangkok, Thailand
This house is established in two centuries ago by an ethnically Vietnamese family, and has been preserved through 7 generations. The architecture of this house is influenced by Japanese and Chinese styles. Japanese elements are shown through the ceiling, which is supported by three progressively shorter beams, each one placed on top of the other. The Chinese elements are shown on the 150-year-old panels featuring with images of birds gracefully portrayed in different positions of flight. The roof is made of tiles, from the outside; and inside, the ceiling consists of wood. These features keep this Tan Ky House warm in winter and cool in summer.
4. Chaozhou Hall (Trieu Chau)
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4.0 based on 102 reviews
Another of the twenty assembly halls in Hoi An. Though it has some attractive detail, this assembly hall isn’t as elaborate as the Cantonese or Fukian.
Reviewed By Raymondale - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
trieu chau also known as teochew,it is their assembly hall in Hoi An.i visited here last year september.it was built by Chinese overseas coming from Trieu Chau.it is worshipping to the God of Wind and big waves. The house's owners hope this God will always bring luck and help them travel easily on the sea.The main hall is devoted to General Phuc Ba, a god of mastering waters.In Trieu Chau Assembly Hall, the construction is mainly made of wood, you can admire the architecture and learn more about the construction of teochew people.as a descendant of teochew,i found the tight connection to this place.that day i visited was a rainy day,so i spent lot of time here,and think of my ancestors too...
5. Kim Bong Carpentry Village
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4.0 based on 285 reviews
Kim Bong carpentry village is a bright spot for tourists who prefer to just relax away from the noisy town just discovered the Vietnamese countryside. About 10 minutes by boat across from the ancient town of Hoi An, visitors saw firsthand carpentry tradition with sophisticated products, unique. This is where supply sculptor Hue, the ancient temples, Hoi An ancient boats. Feel passing through the village streets, see photos farmers herd the rice fields. Combining ancient city suburb stay and drink coffee with the locals. Experience profession Quang noodles and enjoy it. The grilled fish as you enjoy delicious specialties in Central Vietnam. Remember to spend time gardening morning or experience fishing on the river.
Reviewed By HiremathRS - Bengaluru, India
Just a 20 minutes boat ride across the Hoi An old town. It is a small place with a lot of carpenters producing a lot of small to large artifacts. There is also a small carpentry workshop producing beautiful artifacts out of embedded sea shells in wood. Visit it as a nice change from the noisy area of Hoi An.
6. Ba Le Well
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4.0 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By Barcelonavisit1 - Ottawa, Canada
Had dinner here - it’s a fixed menu and comes with all sorts of fillings- including local specialities - for rice paper rolls. Staff even offer to help show you how to make them ! It’s down a little alley off the major streets but well worth the effort to find and experience local food in a fun atmosphere. I had lots of fun !
7. The Old House of Phun Hung
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3.5 based on 470 reviews
Another interesting Hoi An home, this one is constructed using eighty columns; the roof is traditional convex and concave interlocking tiles known as Yin and Yang style.
Reviewed By sophiec67 - Paris, France
One of the must see houses in Hoian together with the Japanese bridge and the main temples (community halls). This one is quite large and from its balcony you can get a nice view of the Japanese bridge.
