The
ancient town of Hoi An, 30 km south of Danang, lies on the banks of the Thu Bon
River. Occupied by early western traders, Hoi An was one of the major trading
centers of Southeast Asia in the 16th century. Hoi An has a distinct Chinese
atmosphere with low, tile-roofed houses and narrow streets; the original
structure of some of these streets still remains almost intact. All the houses
were made of rare wood, decorated with lacquered boards and panels engraved
with Chinese characters. Pillars were also carved with ornamental designs.
Tourists can visit the relics of the Sa Huynh and Cham cultures. They can also
enjoy the beautiful scenery of the romantic HoiAn River, Cua Dai Beach, and
Cham Island. Over the last few years, Hoi An has become a very popular tourist
destination in Vietnam.
Experience
the Hoi An Memories Show and Hoi An Impression Theme Park to understand more
about the history of Hoi An - a Unesco site in Vietnam.