Explore the “Peaceful Meeting Place”Explore the wonders of the “the peaceful meeting place” which is the translation of Hoi An, a beautiful port city in Vietnam that’s a melting pot of culture, art, architecture and food.
Visit the Old Town
They say that old is gold, and when it comes to the Old City in Hoi An, you’re gonna hit the jackpot! Identified as an amazing example of a well-preserved South-East Asian trading port that dates between the 15th to the 19th centuries, the Old City of Hoi An is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Undoubtedly, Hoi An’s biggest attraction, the Old City is frequented by thousands of tourists every year many of whom are on tours organized by a hotels in the area like Anantara Hoi An Resort. Therefore, you won’t have much of a difficulty in finding a Hoi An luxury resort in close proximity.
Relish the Hoi An Cuisine
Cuisine is a true reflection of a destination; so while you’re in Hoi An explore its many bold flavours as well as its sights. Some of the most popular of Hoi An dishes include a pork noodle dish called Cao Lau, fried Won Tons with local meat, and a “Rose White” which is a steamed shrimp dumpling.
Get Market Madness
Markets are great places to not just shop for the most curious of curiosities but also to experience the culture. Pay a visit to the Central Market. Lying on the banks of the Thu Bon River, this market is a hive of activity where you can find amazing souvenirs and crafts to take back home as well as buy gorgeous silks.
Take a Temple Tour
Explore the impressive collection of temples in Hoi An. Visit the Chuc Thanh Pagoda, the oldest in the city where you’ll see a stunning display of Vietnamese and Chinese inspired architecture and a collection of relics that are over 200 years old! Other temples worth a visit include the Quan Cong temple and Cam Pho Temple.
Hit the Beach!
What’s a vacation without a beach experience, eh? Hoi An has two beautiful beaches named An Bang Beach and Cua Dai Beach both of which feature pristine white sands and warm waters just perfect for plenty of fun and frolic!
Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world.
