Lantern stores

There are probably about 30 handmade lantern stores in the old town. I watched them being made and would love to have brought one home - but I doubt it would make the trip.

Hoi An

March 2nd 2009
The city of Hoi An is relatively small - only about 75,000 people. But in addition to a fabulous beach, Hoi An is also the place to shop. There are about 3 very long streets along the river that runs through the town, which are lined with custom made clothing stores. You can either select from the designs they have on display, bring in a picture of something you like or browse through catalogues ... 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

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