Hoi An Old Town

Culture, beachlife and great food

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February 5th 2009
We arrive in Hoi An at lunchtime after a long and rubbish journey completely shattered, but we soon perk up as we take in our new surroundings. Hoi An has the feel of a small holiday town; lots of hotels, bars and restaurants fill the gaps between the countless tailors. The town is famous for the quality of their dressmakers and you can have a bespoke suit made for you within 24 hours. Heading ... read more

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more