With the listing of Hue as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1993, tourism has boomed in Vietnam. From being the provincial capital of Thua Thien today, to serving as the capital of feudal Vietnam under the emperors of Nguyen dynasty from 1802 to 1945, Hue has always been the epicenter of culture, religion and education in Vietnam. Sightseeing in Hue includes a tour of the many elegant architectural relics of the past along with the most recent additions to the city space. Most of the ancient monuments in Hue were commissioned during the rule of Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled the country, at least in name, until 1945. To make your visit to Hue an unforgettable experience, do take a cycling tour around the 'Imperial City' and a cruise on the Perfume River in a dragon boat.
Tra Que is a charming little village on the edge of Hoi An, the village is named after the sweet scented vegetables that spice up the everyday meals of the Pho Hoi peaple. Here a new spirit for traditional Hoi an dishes like Cao Lau, Quang noodles, enjoy cooking class served by host with the local “ Tam Huu” spring roll which were primarily made from Tra Que vegetables and cake with meat ( Banh xeo) has been enlivened.
Kim Bong village is well known for its carpentry. Most of Hoi An old town’s architecture was made by their ancestors, dating back to the town’s heyday as a commercial port. In the 16th and 17th century Thanh Ha was a thriving village. It was famous for earthenware that was sold in many provinces throughout Central Vietnam. It was Thanh ha villagers who made the bricks, tiles and floor slabs for the old buildings in Hoi An and the surrounding areas. Nowadays many old buildings in Hoi an need restoring and the Thanh Ha villagers are the only contractors that can provide standardized bricks, tiles and floor slabs exactly like the ones when the old port toen prospered.
Located perfectly on the banks of the Thu Bon River, Hoi An was one of the major trading centers of Southeast Asia. Come and have fun exploring the historical ruins of the Sa Huynh and Champa cultures at Hoi An during your sightseeing tours in Vietnam. Not only this there is much more to watch out for in Hoi An like the romantic Thu Bon River, Cham and Cua Dai Beach. During the period between the 16th and late 19th century, Hoi An was an important international seaport town. Hoi An is one of the Vietnam's four World Heritage sites and has a lot to offer you during sightseeing in Vietnam.
Situated on the banks of the Hoi An River, the Red Bridge Restaurant & Cooking School is designed to meet the growing demand from local and international travellers, for a quality Vietnamese dining experience with personal service and individual style. Located in 2 acres of tropical surroundings, and only 2 kms from the centre of Hoi An, Red Bridge is easily reached by car, bike, cyclo or boat - please see below for the Red Bridge free boat shuttle timetable. The cooking school offers a daily, half-day cooking tour that introduces travellers to Vietnamese cuisine. Suitable for all travellers, the program is a fun and interesting way to learn about the local food. The program runs with a minimum of 2 passengers.
Thanh Nam is shaped by the Thu Bon River. Fishermen have come here since time immemorial to east their nets and catch prawns, crab and fish at the place we now call “ Con Chai” ( Fishing Dune). Go to the enchanting Thanh Nam Fishing Village, stay and work with the accommodating local people and learn how to eatch fish in this traditional fishing area.
One of the great pleasures of any visit to Hoi An is strolling along the beautiful streets of the old town at night under the flickering lights of the many beautiful lanterns. These simple yet colourful lanterns are both part of Hoi An culture and Hoi An today. We offer you a tour to a traditional Hoi An handicraft village to make some lanterns
Hue is one of the most popular destinations for visitors to Vietnam. Straddling the Perfume River, this mysterious, somber city is a historian's dream come true, with numerous 19th century ruins, royal tombs and an excellent museum.
Hoi An town is small and peaceful, the kind of place where you may get stuck for a few days, whether it is intentionasl or not. Originally known as Faifo, this antique town is bordered on its southern side by the Thu Bon River.