A Look At Hội An, Part Two

Strolling around Hội An, more glimpses of the old town.

A typical street, all color-coordinated buildings and strings of lanterns.

Old architecture, a shophouse and courtyard.

Tourists cruising the Thu Bon River.

Larger boats for longer cruises. How to power the prosperity? With a snake of cables.

Had enough of the old town? The beach is nearby.

A Look At Hội An, Part One

Hội An is a nice little town, about midway along Vietnam's long coastline. What makes it special is its old trading port area, still largely intact and reflecting architecture from the 15th to 19th centuries. A sort of Southeast Asia version of Key West, New Orleans' French Quarter, etc...

The heart of the city is along the Thu Bon River.

Iconic landmark, the Japanese covered bridge. Typical street, Vietnamese flag flying.

The architecture, a nice mix of Vietnamese and French Colonial with heavy doses of patina, courtesy of the tropical heat and rains.

Traditional tea in an old courtyard. The place has been discovered, especially by Asian tourists, eager to pose in traditional dress. Snap.

The fantastic Buddhist Pháp Bảo Temple.