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A tailoring boutique shop in one of the Old Town alleyways |
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Part of main street in Hoi An's Old Town |
Hoi An, which literally means “peaceful meeting point”, has been a favourite of travellers to the region for decades and for good reason. The preserved historical old town, while crowded and touristy, offers a glimpse into an authentic Vietnamese port city as it would have been hundreds of years ago.
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One of the many historic structures turned into a bar |
Hoi An is a coastal charmer; old buildings, floating restaurants, quirky cafes and boutique stores throughout the town, showcase an old world flair.
There had been stories about the street vendors in Hoi An (and Vietnam as a whole) being pushy and rude, but I never experienced this once. They work well alongside other cafés and eateries which are quiet and charming by day and then turn into buzzing hangout spots by night.
The city is lit up at night by strings of lanterns everywhere, giving it a unique charm. Add to that the floating restaurants, anchored boats, art exhibits, outdoor theatre and live music – this town becomes a cultural traveller’s dream.
If you're looking to get out of the main Old Town centre of Hoi An for a bit of rest and relaxation, there are a number of fantastic beaches nearby. I went to the An Bang beach which was lined with plenty of shack styled restaurants and lots of sun-beds to relax on. Additionally, there are several great spas around the city. Their décor and infrastructure is mostly basic, but service quality is top notch!
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River canal running through the centre of ancient city of Hoi An |
Hoi An is a perfect place to soak up some of rich Vietnamese heritage and culture alongside artsy, kitschy scenery and beaches. With everything there is to see and do here, it's no surprise Hoi An attracts so many visitors each year.
Have you been to Hoi An? What was your experience like? :)
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