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In the heart of Hoi An lies an area known as the Old Town. This area, built over 2,000 years ago, served as a strategic port until the mid-1800s, particularly important for seafarers and spice traders from China, Japan, India, France, the Netherlands, and Portugal.
In 1999, Hoi An Ancient Town was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is famous for its temples, wooden bridges, and old merchant houses built between the 15th and 19th centuries. Since then, the number of tourists visiting this historical center has steadily increased. Essentially, Hoi An is like a testament to history, embodying the nostalgic and romantic charm characteristic of a once bustling port city.
In Hoi An, you might encounter people starting their mornings by lighting incense and praying, the scent of musk wafting through the streets lined with yellow and reddish-brown houses, street vendors hawking herbs, fishermen diligently pulling in their nets by the riverbank, and vendors busily preparing bread, Quang noodles, and steamed buns for the morning. As night falls, flickering candles float on the river, creating a tranquil and incredibly romantic atmosphere.
All of Hoi An's unique charm is encapsulated in the short video below. We invite you to enjoy it!
