The ancient town of Hoi An is a UNESCO-recognized world cultural heritage and a living museum whose established cultural value is being preserved by the locals. Hoi An also has the vibrant night life of a tourist hot spot and set against a backdrop of tranquility and gentle melancholy.  

 

Old houses covered with green moss at sun set

 

A deserted street

 

When the Hoai River glistens under beams of light, Hoi An’s night time begins

 

Street restaurants under An Hoi bridge are lit up

 

Pedestrian area

 

Bridge Pagoda with its unique architecture is a precious jewel of Hoi An

 

A children’s singing class at the Culture and Art Centre

 

Tourists lounge in cafés on Bach Dang road to observe the life of street and river

 

On the far side of An Hoi bridge lies the street of lanterns

 

The sounds of history, culture, architecture and human create a beautiful concert

 

Late at night, when people return home, lighted window-panes go dark and the streets fall silent