Witness a city with ancient buildings, intricate architecture, stunning scenery and a hospitable community. Visit the city of Hoi An during your time at Vietnam and be amazed by its liveliness and cultural vibes.

Overview

Located in the Vietnam’s Quảng Nam Province with a population of approximately 120 000 people, the city of Hoi An has a great historical significance. It is home to a number of building and structures that are a well preserved example for a South East Asian trading port which is almost 500 years old.

A Heritage site

Due to its historical importance and the attractions it houses, the city was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999.

François GuerrazChùa Cầu, Hội An, from an angleCC BY-SA 3.0

Hoi An as a tourist destination

Since it was recognised as a world heritage site, it has now become a popular tourist destination. The region today has a bustling city scene as both tourists and locals alike visit the region. Number of food stalls and souvenir shops are also scattered throughout the city. There are also 4 museums in the city if you wish to have a glimpse of how the city thrived in the past as a trading port.

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User: (WT-shared) Shoestring at wts wikivoyage, Hoi An Museum of Folk Culture, marked as public domain, more details on Wikimedia Commons

Accommodation options

There is a plethora of accommodation options surrounding the city if you wish to stay and unwind at a cosy setting you could opt to stay at a luxury Hoi An hotel property the likes of Anantara Hoi An Resort which will be a unique experience. There are also other options within the city if you are travelling on a small budget.

Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world. Google+