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Hoi An ancient town is an exceptional well-preserved example of South East Asian trading port dating from the 15^th century to the 19^th century. It is approxiamately 30km south of Danang. Originally known as Faifo, this antique town is bordered on the southern side by the Thu Bon River. Despite the fact that it is now a tourist destination, the artistic atmosphere and local friendly people create a hospitable environment.

Hoi An was an important port developed in the 17^th century and remained so for a long time. However, by the end of the century, the rises of other ports on the coast of Vietnam, in particular Danang and silting of its harbor, led the final eclipse of Hoi An. As a result of this economic stagnation, it has preserved its early appearance in a remarkably intact state, the only town in the country to have done so.

In the past, Hoi An has been used by the Japanese, Portuguese, Dutch, French and the large remaining Chinese community where all sorts of produce and wares were traded. Remnants of these past traders’ influences can still be seen lining the streets of Hoi An. There are nine different types of historical sites of Hoi An with an average age of 200 years, including: private houses, family cult house, communal houses, temples, pagodas, community halls, bridges, tombs and wells. Many of these buildings have been maintained close to their original form, allowing you imagination to recreate a prosperous trading town. In Hoi An ancient town, all the houses were made of rare wood, decorated with lacquered boards and panels engraved with Chinese characters. Pillars also carved with ornamental designs. Hoi An is full of shops selling artwork, ceramic plates, antique bowl etc… In general, you can pick up almost anything you want. Besides, tourists are often being lured into the market to buy silk and to have quality garments tailor made.

Tourist can visit the relics of Sa Huynh and Cham cultures. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the romantic Hoi An River, Cua Dai Beach and Cham Island.

Over the last few years, Hoi An has become a very popular tourist destination in Vietnam.