Hoi An Travel Guide

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http://www.hotsia.com > Hoi An > Hoi An Travel Guide Mr.Hotsia's trip to Hoi An city, Quang Nam province, Vietnam. Recommended delicious food in Hoi An, visit Hoi An traditional cake making houses, nightlife in Hoi An, how to get to Hoi An, visit Cam Kim island, visit My Son, various types of Vietnamese boats, visit old houses in Hoi An, Japanese Bridge in Hoi An, hotels and accommodations in Hoi An, Hoi An mini street, delicious chicken rice, Mr.Hotsia's hotel recommendations in Hoi An

Hoi An is a popular tourist city in central Vietnam known worldwide. Its charm lies in the old ancient houses and the old town area stretching for hundreds of meters. The old houses were inhabited by Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese people, creating a diverse cultural blend. Having lived together for a long time, people discovered its beauty and shared it worldwide, making Hoi An a must-visit destination for travelers globally.

The area known as Hoi An was once an important trading port with Chinese junks docking there. The locals conducted trade in ancient times, with old buildings by the river serving as old markets where people lived. Later, the trade center moved to Da Nang, so this area became less populated. However, due to the beautiful houses of Hoi An, it became a tourist attraction and was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site in Vietnam.

I have visited both Hoi An and Chiang Khan. I find these two towns somewhat similar as they both have old houses by the river and markets that were once trading centers in the past. The town is divided by a road running alongside a river. When waterway use declined, the town expanded along the road. The riverside houses were almost forgotten over time, but people seeking the old charm turned these places into popular tourist destinations. In front of the Huen Luang Prabang shop in Chiang Khan, the atmosphere is quite similar to old Hoi An.

Hoi An's old town is a tourist spot with dozens of old houses. The way to explore is similar to Chiang Khan by strolling through the old town to observe local life. However, Chiang Khan has more man-made photo spots, while Hoi An's houses are still inhabited. These old houses sell souvenirs and feature serious cultural performances, making Hoi An even more attractive. On the 15th day of every lunar month, Hoi An hosts the Full Moon Festival (not the Full Moon Party like on Koh Phangan).

Starting at 6:00 PM Vietnam time (same as Thai time), the old town of Hoi An prohibits street and tourist area lights, allowing only lanterns. There are many street performances by locals, classic and very impressive. Read about the Hoi An fresh market, a must-visit place. It is a riverside fish market where Vietnamese people buy various colorful fish. The market also sells vegetables and other goods. I enjoyed sipping coffee at the Hoi An market intersection, watching happy Vietnamese people pass by.

Hoi An is also a World Heritage site similar to Angkor Wat but older. You must buy a tour to visit it, which is highly recommended. I went to see Vietnamese hat making, visited My Son, and Vietnamese villages. I also bought tours myself. During the first few rainy days, I took a local boat to visit islands independently, walking around an island with few tourists but inhabited by Vietnamese locals. It's a great place to visit. I have clips and photos to share. The people of Hoi An are mainly Vietnamese, with some Chinese and Japanese. I spent several days in Vietnam, walking around day and night, visiting villages, and even made a map for those who want to see the whole city of Hoi An. Click to view.

Regarding accommodations in Hoi An, I think there are enough options for tourists at all times. No need to book in advance; just walk in, ask for prices, and check rooms.

The average price in early January 2011 was per night. Read about Hoi An accommodations. Traveling in Vietnam worked out great for me. Vietnamese people eat rice, and food is cheap. I enjoyed many dishes here. Many Vietnamese dishes suit Thai tastes. I have compiled delicious food in another article because there are many restaurants I want to recommend. Delicious restaurants in Hoi An. The weather in Hoi An is very comfortable. In January when I visited, it was colder than the yearly average.

It also rained. In Hoi An, rain falls mainly in October, usually light and drizzling all day. The weather is cold during the rain, around degrees Celsius as I experienced. I provide general temperature information below. Traveling to Hoi An independently from Thailand involves crossing the Mukdahan border, then to Savannakhet, then by bus to Hue, and finally from Hue to Hoi An. Traveling to Hoi An nowadays is easy and takes only a few hours.

See more travel information to Hoi An. Mr.Hotsia recommends hotels in Hoi An. Temperature graph of Hoi An throughout the year: http://www.zoover.co.uk/vietnam/vietnam/hoi-an/weather. Clip of Vietnamese students in traditional Vietnamese costumes. Mr.Hotsia played games in Hoi An and won a prize. This clip shows me sitting in a basket boat in Hoi An, very stable and does not capsize. Watch the clip. Mr.Hotsia visits a place making cake flour in Hoi An, revealing the secret of banh xeo.

Beautiful colorful lanterns in Hoi An. Clip of a flute master I mentioned. Japanese Bridge in Hoi An. Clip of stepping on crabs at Hoi An market. At My Son, Vietnam 15 52 33.462 N, 108 19 53.01 E. View the location on the globe. By the river, very lively. I call it Vietnamese egg pan. I really like this restaurant, delicious and satisfying, dipping French bread is superb. 15 51 55.157 N, 108 19 29.856 E. I took a local boat to visit Cam Kim island to see Vietnamese artisans working on lacquer and gold leaf crafts with pearl inlays from shells.

15 52 38.502 N, 108 19 38.117 E. White rose must try, location 15 52 36.438 N, 108 19 33.876 E. Japanese Bridge in Hoi An. Hoi An, I love you is here. Don't miss it. 15 52 32.778 N, 108 19 32.874 E. Lantern shops in Hoi An are all beautiful. I like this shop but did not buy anything. 15 52 34.026 N, 108 19 42.972 E. Full Moon in Hoi An 15 52 38.016 N, 108 19 39.984 E. Closing eyes and hitting pots in Vietnam. GPS coordinates provided above.

Only during the Full Moon event. 15 52 37.704 N, 108 19 38.526 E. Two elderly men playing board games in Hoi An on a Full Moon night when the old town lights are off, leaving only candles and lanterns. 15 52 30.48 N, 108 19 31.637 E. Walking to a Vietnamese house to watch them make rice paper. 15 52 31.182 N, 108 19 31.68 E. Vietnamese style cake flour making. I got to see it inside their house. Loved it. 15 52 38.64 N, 108 19 57.474 E.

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