This reputation of Hoi An comes from many factors. However, the three most special things may be architecture, food and tailor. Hoi An used to be an international commercial port, the meeting place of the merchant ships of Japan, China and the West during the 17th and 18th centuries, which affected a lot on its architecture. Hoi an’s architecture is a harmonious blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese design. It is a density of manypagodas, temples and ancient houses that bear its very unique mark, which makes it very special and unlike any other places in Vietnam. Some sites in Hoi antown which reflects the history of the period tourists shouldn’t miss are Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Ong pagoda, Tan Ky old house, Phung Hung ancient house… Hoi An Viet Nam is considered a living museum of architecture and urban lifestyle.
The Cam Thanh Coconut Forest, about 5 kilometers from the well-known trading port of Hoi An, allows visitors to observe the simple life of a fishing community. A variety of gimmicks make the coconut boat ride to visit the Cam Thanh coconut forest more fascinating. The coconut boat performance, in which a paddler quickly turns the boat around while offering tourists a spectacular and exhilarating experience, is one of these. Visitors can also get free coconut leaf origami.
Hoi An boat ride is an experience that deserves a prominent spot on your bucket list, offering an extraordinary blend of tranquility, cultural immersion, and natural beauty.
The main highlight of the Hoi An Lantern Festival is the release of floating lanterns on the Thu Bon River. Visitors and locals purchase small lanterns, make a wish, and release them onto the river, creating a stunning visual spectacle as the lanterns float downstream. This act is believed to bring good luck and happiness.