08:31 04/10/2024
A hát bội (classical drama) art troupe from the ancient town of Hội An is performing in the International Mask Arts & Culture Organisation (IMACO) in Andong City, Gyeongsangbuk, Korea in exchanging multi-culture and arts among 25 countries in the world at the event.
15:45 05/04/2024
The project "The town for pedestrians and primitive vehicles" was put under test on 24 July 2014, however the idea of an ancient town without motorbike engine noise had been hatched since the 90s of the 20th century when the staff of Hoi An Center for Culture and Sports took a survey about the development of the ancient town to plan for tourism development. "The walking town" has been a tourism brand of Hoi An that not only expand space, but also lengthen the timeframe to meet the needs of tourists.
14:08 07/03/2024
Quang Nam province has proposed an overall restoration plan for Hoi An ancient town and relics requiring an estimate fund of VNĐ1.67 trillion (US$66.8 million) in 2030-35 to continue the preservation of the world heritage site.
09:15 15/01/2024
Hoi An Ancient Town, located in Central Vietnam, was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1999. In 2023, it became an official member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of crafts and folk art.
15:27 23/11/2023
On the occasion of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (on November 23rd), 24 years since Hoi An ancient town was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage (on December 4th, 1999-2023), 6 years of Bai Choi art Central Vietnam is registered by UNESCO as a representative intangible cultural heritage of humanity (on December 7th, 2017-2023), Hoi An city organizes a series of activities with the theme "Hoi An cultural heritage - Tradition, connection, creativity and development" takes place from November 21 - December 7, 2023 to serve people and tourists.
15:15 27/10/2023
Times Of India recently published an article titled “Hoi An: Time stood still in this pretty Vietnamese town”, highlighting the picturesque and ancient town as a perfect destination for those who are into culture.
12:47 22/08/2023
The South China Morning Post (SCMP) of Hong Kong (China) has placed Hoi An Ancient Town in fifth position in a list of the nine best city destinations with beaches around the globe.
12:42 22/08/2023
Hoi An lanterns are a distinctive feature of the ancient town of Hoi An. Visitors are often eager to see a more alluring Hoi An when the town is lit up with colorful lanterns. Seeing Hoi An lanterns is a one-of-a-kind experience that visitors to Hoi An should not miss out on.
13:55 31/05/2023
The Travel, a well-known Canadian travel site, has listed Hội An ancient town among the top 10 most peaceful destinations in Asia bringing a sense of peace and relaxation.
07:25 13/07/2022
The event “Hội An traditional occupations’ beauty”, taking place from July 15 to 17, 2022 at Đồng Hiệp park, is an opportunity to introduce occupations and occupation villages in Hội An; honor artisans and craftsmen; preserve, create and promote traditional values in tourism development of "smokeless industry" in Hội An ancient town - World Cultural Heritage. Its message is to honor the cultural values of traditional occupations while also fostering creativity for the future.
09:53 12/07/2021
A bike tour around the ancient town of Hoi An ranked ninth among the world's 20 best biking experiences as voted by Tripadvisor readers, VnExpress reported.
02:45 21/04/2021
Hoi An ancient town has been jammed by throngs of weekend tourists since early March with local Covid-19 outbreaks put under control.
17:14 17/03/2021
Hoi An ancient town (Quang Nam province) may be the most attractive tourist destination. Visitors always want to return to this place because of its charm.
16:32 23/11/2020
On the occasion of the 21st anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hội An Ancient Town as World Cultural Heritage Site (4/12/1999 - 4/12/2020) and the 3rd anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of The art of Bài Chòi in Central Vietnam as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (7/12/2017 - 7/12/2020); Hội An city is ready to welcome visitors from near and far with many attractive cultural and recreational activities.
22:17 17/11/2020
On the occasion of the 21st anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Hội An Ancient Town as World Cultural Heritage Site (04/12/1999-2020) and the 3rd anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of The art of Bài Chòi in Central Viet Nam as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (07/12/2017-2020), Hội An city hold the running race “For The World Cultural Heritage of Hội An” 2020.
22:15 23/09/2020
From September 24, 2020, Hội An city officially re-implements the project “Town for pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles”, “Night street”, traditional occupation villages and guided activities for tourists to visit Hội An ancient town. Along with the reopening, Hội An also offers a preferential treatment policy on entrance tickets to the ancient town, which is 50% discount on fares applied from September 24 to October 31, 2020.