9 attractive tourist attractions in hoi an

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9 attractive tourist attractions in Hoi An
Located in a small area, Hoi An enchanting travellers with many attractions, the
beautiful architecture, the peaceful and gentle lives of local.
In this article I introduce you 9 attractions in Hoi An where you will not regret
after visiting such as: Japan Bridge, Assembly Halls,...
# 1. The Bridge Pagoda (also called: Lai Vien Kieu and Japan Bridge)
The bridge is situated to the West of Hoi An acient street zone connecting Tran
Phu road with Nguyen Thi Minh Khai street. The name "Lai Vien Kieu" has
named by Lord Nguyen Phuc Chu in 1719. It was also named the Japan Bridge
because it is said that the Japanese community residing in Hoi An built the
bridge in the late 16th century through to the early 17th century. Thi work
consists of 2 parts: the bridge and the pagoda. In reality, the pagoda is a small
temple made of wood and built nearby. The bridge includes 7 sections, it is 18m
long and 3m wide. The bridge floor is made of combined wood pieces with a
tiled foof. One end of the bridge has 2 monkeys carrying peaches as a sumbol of
good luck, another end has 2 dogs sitting and watching, the 2 couples are the
male and females monkeys and dogs, they are the deities protection the land as
the pair of verse lines describes: "The two heavenly deities, Heavenly dogs,
protect the peace for Can land" (the two statues, the Heavenly Monkeys, hold
the happiness for Khon air).
Now The Bridge Pagoda is chosen as a logo, a symbol of Hoi An ancient town.

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# 2. Fujian Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Phuc Kien)
Fujian Assembly Hall was established in 1697 by the overseas Chinese of
Fujian country. Thien hau Thanh Mau (the Heavenly Mother) is worshipped at
the main sanctuary of the house. The deity is believed to be an embodiment of
"Quan The Am Bo Tat" (The Godness of Mercy) and help traders sail safely
through hurricanes in the Oceans. Luc Tanh Vuong Gia are worshipped in the
middle of the rear sanctuary, they are believed to be the six deities of Fujian who
always help Fujian residents. The 12 Ba Mu (Godness who protect babies) are
worshipped on the left, Tai deity (the God of Wealthy) is worshipped on the
right. People come here to pray forr wealth and having children.
Address: No 46 Tran Phu street
# 3. Hai Nam Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Hai Nam or Quynh Phu Hoi Quan)

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Hai Nam Assembly Hall was built in 1875 by the overseas Chinese of Hai Nam
district (Quynh Phu) who resiede in Hoi An. As many as 108 Chinese merchants
were killed beacause they were mistaken for pirates. Later their honour was
restored to the Royal mandarins by King Tu Duc who provided money to build
the garthering house to worship them forever. It is a sacred place for the local
residents and visitors praying to justify any injustice or avoid bad luck.
Address: No 10 Tran Phu street
# 4. Trieu Chau Assembly Hall (Hoi Quan Trieu Chau or Am Bon pagoda)
Trieu Chau Assembly Hall was built by overseas Chinese of Trieu Chau
country in 1845 to worship the God who could suppress storms and rough seas
to help them travel safely by sea. The assembly hall is well - know for its
architectural struture with sophisticated carved wooden frames and wood - made
altars of different decoration designs following folklore legends and beautiful
ceramic reliefs.
Address: No 92 Nguyen Huy Hieu street
# 5. Cantonese Assembly Hall (Quang Dong Assembly Hall)

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Quang Dong Assembly Hall was built by overeas Chinese of the Guangdong
state in 1885. The rational use of wood, stone in the bearing structure, decorative
details gave the imposing beauty shop, private. There is a festival in this
place on "Tet Nguyen Tieu" (24 of June in lunar month) every year and
attracted many participants.
Address: 176 Tran Phu street
# 6. Tran family temple

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One of the most attractions in Hoi An I want to mention is Tran family
temple, it was built in 1802 according to traditional feng shui principles of
Chinese and Vietnamese people. Located on an area of approximately
1500m2, Tran family temple in Hoi An is an ancient cathedral style of the
Vietnamese nation intact ancient architectural form.
Address: No 21 Le Loi street
# 7. Museum of History - Culture
Established in 1989, the museum keeps 212 original artifacts and valuable
material of ceramic, porcelain, iron copper, paper, wood ... reflects the stages of
urban development - the trading port in the time of Sa Huynh culture period
of Hoi An (2nd century AD) to Cham culture period (from the 2nd century to
the 15th century) and the Dai Viet culture, the Dai Nam culture (from the 15th
century to the 19th century).
Address: No 13 Nguyen Hue street
# 8. Tan Ky Ancient House

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Tan Ky Ancient House was built nearly 200 years ago, it has unique
architectural style of Hoi An with more interior space divided, each one has its
own function. Front of the house is to open the shophouses, the back of the
house near the river where export goods. House was built by the traditional
materials and made by the local carpenter, heavy local distinctions should just
take shape, small, elegant, cozy, recently shown to interact with the styles
structures in the region.
Address: No 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc street
# 9. Handicraft Workshop Hoi An

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Workshop brings together most of the traditional crafts of Hoi An and Quang
Nam such as mat weaving, weaving, pottery, lacquer... Arriving here, visitors
will witness deft hands of the artist who make up the exquisite art products and
unique. Visitors can take a few steps in the manufacturing process of the job and
bought a few souvenir products.
Address: No 9 Nguyen Thai Hoc street
Useful tips:
- There are 21 attractions in Hoi An traveller must buy tickets for visiting.
- Domestic customers: VND 60,000 /Ticket/3 attractions; foreign visitors: VND
120,000/Ticket/6 cultural works; free for children under 16 years old.
- Exemption policy: bonus 1 ticket for group has from 15 guests; free guider for
group has from 8 guests.
- Where to buy tickets: Office of Hoi An Travel Guide. Tel: (+84) 510.3862715.

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