Some Attractions Included In Hoi An

Hoi An Covered Bridge

Hoi An Covered Bridge

Hoi An Covered Bridge, also known as the Japanese Bridge, is one of the unique cultural and architectural symbols ofHoi An ancient town at night. This bridge was built in the late 16th or early 17th century by Japanese merchants, to connect two neighborhoods and facilitate trade. 

By 1653, a pagoda was added to the north of the bridge, and the name “Chua Cau” began to be used by the people. In 1719, Lord Nguyen Phuc Chu named the bridge “Lai Vien Kieu,” meaning “A bridge to welcome guests from afar,” expressing the desire for Hoi An to become a destination attracting merchants and tourists from all over.

The Japanese Covered Bridge is 18m long, spanning a small branch of water flowing into the Thu Bon River. The typical “house above, bridge below” architecture is delicately designed, harmoniously combining Japanese and Vietnamese styles. The bridge surface is paved with sturdy wooden planks, with small wooden platforms on both sides, which used to be used as a place to sell goods. The bridge roof is softly curved, covered with yin-yang tiles, bringing a graceful and ancient beauty. The bridge foundation is built from solid stone pillars, not only ensuring durability but also highlighting the unique features in the architecture of the intersection between two cultures.

Details: 

• Address: 186 Tran Phu, Minh An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam

Tan Ky Ancient House

Tan Ky Ancient House

Tan Ky Ancient House is one of the most typical and best preserved ancient houses in Hoi An ancient town. Built in 1741, the house has over 200 years of history and has been home to seven generations of the Le family.

Tan Ky Ancient House

The architecture of Tan Ky ancient house is a harmonious combination of three cultures: Vietnam, China and Japan. The house is tubular, has two floors and many separate rooms, built mainly of wood with sophisticated carvings, symbolizing wealth and development. In particular, the house has no windows but is still airy thanks to the design of a skylight in the middle, taking advantage of natural light and air circulation.

The house also preserves many valuable artifacts, such as the parallel sentences “Bach Dieu” written with 100 strokes, which is considered by archaeologists to be unique. In addition, horizontal lacquered boards with profound meanings such as “Tam thuong thai” (keeping a pure conscience) and “Tich duc luu ton” (teaching children to preserve virtue for future generations) are also displayed here.

Details: 

• Address: 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Minh An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
• Phone number: 0235 3861 474
• Opening hours: 8:30 – 17:30

Hoi An Museum of Folk Culture

Hoi An Museum of Folk Culture

Hoi An Folklore Museum, located at 33 Nguyen Thai Hoc and leading to 62 Bach Dang, is one of the attractive attractions included in the Hoi An entrance ticket. Opened on March 24, 2005, the museum is located in a typical ancient house with a length of 57 meters, a width of 9 meters, including two floors of wooden floors, connecting two streets.

Covering an area of ​​approximately 800 square meters, the museum displays 483 artifacts, divided into four main themes: folk visual arts, folk performing arts, traditional craft villages and folk activities. Visitors can admire traditional handicrafts such as lanterns, silk, mat weaving, do paper paintings, and many other artifacts reflecting the rich cultural life of Hoi An residents through the ages.

Details: 

• Address: 33 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Minh An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
• Phone number: 0235 3910 948
• Opening hours: 7:00 – 21:30