9 attractive tourist attractions in hoi an

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9 attractive tourist attractions in Hoi An

Located in a small area, Hoi An enchanting travellers with many attractions, the

beautiful architecture, the peaceful and gentle lives of local.

In this article I introduce you 9 attractions in Hoi An where you will not regret

after visiting such as: Japan Bridge, Assembly Halls,...

# 1. The Bridge Pagoda (also called: Lai Vien Kieu and Japan Bridge)

The bridge is situated to the West of Hoi An acient street zone connecting Tran

Phu road with Nguyen Thi Minh Khai street. The name "Lai Vien Kieu" has

named by Lord Nguyen Phuc Chu in 1719. It was also named the Japan Bridge

because it is said that the Japanese community residing in Hoi An built the

bridge in the late 16th century through to the early 17th century. Thi work

consists of 2 parts: the bridge and the pagoda. In reality, the pagoda is a small

temple made of wood and built nearby. The bridge includes 7 sections, it is 18m

long and 3m wide. The bridge floor is made of combined wood pieces with a

tiled foof. One end of the bridge has 2 monkeys carrying peaches as a sumbol of

good luck, another end has 2 dogs sitting and watching, the 2 couples are the

male and females monkeys and dogs, they are the deities protection the land as

the pair of verse lines describes: "The two heavenly deities, Heavenly dogs,

protect the peace for Can land" (the two statues, the Heavenly Monkeys, hold

the happiness for Khon air).

Now The Bridge Pagoda is chosen as a logo, a symbol of Hoi An ancient town.



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# 2. Fujian Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Phuc Kien)

Fujian Assembly Hall was established in 1697 by the overseas Chinese of

Fujian country. Thien hau Thanh Mau (the Heavenly Mother) is worshipped at

the main sanctuary of the house. The deity is believed to be an embodiment of

"Quan The Am Bo Tat" (The Godness of Mercy) and help traders sail safely

through hurricanes in the Oceans. Luc Tanh Vuong Gia are worshipped in the

middle of the rear sanctuary, they are believed to be the six deities of Fujian who

always help Fujian residents. The 12 Ba Mu (Godness who protect babies) are

worshipped on the left, Tai deity (the God of Wealthy) is worshipped on the

right. People come here to pray forr wealth and having children.

Address: No 46 Tran Phu street

# 3. Hai Nam Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Hai Nam or Quynh Phu Hoi Quan)



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Hai Nam Assembly Hall was built in 1875 by the overseas Chinese of Hai Nam

district (Quynh Phu) who resiede in Hoi An. As many as 108 Chinese merchants

were killed beacause they were mistaken for pirates. Later their honour was

restored to the Royal mandarins by King Tu Duc who provided money to build

the garthering house to worship them forever. It is a sacred place for the local

residents and visitors praying to justify any injustice or avoid bad luck.

Address: No 10 Tran Phu street

# 4. Trieu Chau Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Trieu Chau or Am Bon pagoda)

Trieu Chau Assembly Hall was built by overseas Chinese of Trieu Chau

country in 1845 to worship the God who could suppress storms and rough seas

to help them travel safely by sea. The assembly hall is well - know for its

architectural struture with sophisticated carved wooden frames and wood - made

altars of different decoration designs following folklore legends and beautiful

ceramic reliefs.

Address: No 92 Nguyen Huy Hieu street

# 5. Cantonese Assembly Hall (Quang Dong Assembly Hall)



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Quang Dong Assembly Hall was built by overeas Chinese of the Guangdong

state in 1885. The rational use of wood, stone in the bearing structure, decorative

details gave the imposing beauty shop, private. There is a festival in this

place on "Tet Nguyen Tieu" (24 of June in lunar month) every year and

attracted many participants.

Address: 176 Tran Phu street

# 6. Tran family temple



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One of the most attractions in Hoi An I want to mention is Tran family

temple, it was built in 1802 according to traditional feng shui principles of

Chinese and Vietnamese people. Located on an area of approximately

1500m2, Tran family temple in Hoi An is an ancient cathedral style of the

Vietnamese nation intact ancient architectural form.

Address: No 21 Le Loi street

# 7. Museum of History - Culture

Established in 1989, the museum keeps 212 original artifacts and valuable

material of ceramic, porcelain, iron copper, paper, wood ... reflects the stages of

urban development - the trading port in the time of Sa Huynh culture period

of Hoi An (2nd century AD) to Cham culture period (from the 2nd century to

the 15th century) and the Dai Viet culture, the Dai Nam culture (from the 15th

century to the 19th century).

Address: No 13 Nguyen Hue street

# 8. Tan Ky Ancient House



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Tan Ky Ancient House was built nearly 200 years ago, it has unique

architectural style of Hoi An with more interior space divided, each one has its

own function. Front of the house is to open the shophouses, the back of the

house near the river where export goods. House was built by the traditional

materials and made by the local carpenter, heavy local distinctions should just

take shape, small, elegant, cozy, recently shown to interact with the styles

structures in the region.

Address: No 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc street

# 9. Handicraft Workshop Hoi An



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Workshop brings together most of the traditional crafts of Hoi An and Quang

Nam such as mat weaving, weaving, pottery, lacquer... Arriving here, visitors

will witness deft hands of the artist who make up the exquisite art products and

unique. Visitors can take a few steps in the manufacturing process of the job and

bought a few souvenir products.

Address: No 9 Nguyen Thai Hoc street

Useful tips:

- There are 21 attractions in Hoi An traveller must buy tickets for visiting.

- Domestic customers: VND 60,000 /Ticket/3 attractions; foreign visitors: VND

120,000/Ticket/6 cultural works; free for children under 16 years old.

- Exemption policy: bonus 1 ticket for group has from 15 guests; free guider for

group has from 8 guests.

- Where to buy tickets: Office of Hoi An Travel Guide. Tel: (+84) 510.3862715.