Hoi An makes its first appearance in a Google Doodle.

For tourists who love Hoi An ancient town, both domestically and internationally, a visit to this charming land is unforgettable, especially during the beautiful and romantic nights when the ancient town lights up during the Lantern Festival. On the 14th day of the lunar month, under the full moon, the people of Hoi An ancient town hold a dazzling Lantern Festival. At that time, everyone lights incense, turns off the lights, and illuminates the charming little streets with colorful lanterns.

The name Hoi An means "peaceful meeting place." Indeed, the ancient town of Quang Nam is strangely beautiful and serene. Locals hold a monthly Lantern Festival to pray for happiness and good fortune for their loved ones and friends.

Hoi An is an ancient town located in the lower reaches of the Thu Bon River, in the coastal plain of Quang Nam province, about 30km south of Da Nang city. The ancient town of Hoi An, encompassing Minh An ward, covers an area of ​​only about 2km2 and boasts a unique grid-like layout characterized by short, narrow, winding streets that easily connect people from any direction.

According to statistics, Hoi An has 1360 historical sites, including 1068 ancient houses, 11 ancient wells, 38 ancestral temples, 19 pagodas, 43 shrines, 23 communal houses, 44 special ancient tombs, and one bridge. Despite the many ups and downs of history, the ancient town of Hoi An has preserved its most ancient beauty. It is a place where one can find a nearly intact collection of historical sites, making Hoi An a unique destination in modern history.

Recently, in the Top 15 Cities in the World ranking – the top 15 best cities in the world as voted by readers of Travel and Leisure magazine – Hoi An ancient town received 90.39 points out of 100, becoming the best travel destination in the world.

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