Announced in early September, the ranking evaluated historical cities based on four key criteria: pedestrian-friendly areas, historical origin, entry costs, and popularity on social media platforms.

Hoi An, located near Da Nang City, topped the Asian list thanks to its well-preserved 16th-century architecture, affordable entrance fees, and convenient walkability.

Tourlane described Hoi An as one of the best-preserved ancient towns in Southeast Asia, featuring narrow alleyways lit by thousands of vibrant lanterns that create a magical atmosphere.

Situated on the lower Thu Bon River in Vietnam’s coastal plains, about 30 kilometers south of Da Nang, Hoi An has gone by many names throughout history, including Lam Ap, Faifo, and Hoai Pho.

Today, the town retains nearly 1,360 original architectural relics, including streets, traditional houses, assembly halls, communal houses, pagodas, shrines, family temples, ancient wells, and cemeteries. These elements reflect the essence of Vietnamese artistic heritage and symbolize the cultural fusion between East and West.

Over the centuries, Hoi An has preserved its customs, rituals, spiritual practices, and culinary traditions, all passed down through generations of local residents.

Visitors are also drawn to Hoi An for its peaceful surroundings, including traditional craft villages on the outskirts where artisans practice woodcarving and pottery.

On December 4, 1999, at its 23rd session in Marrakech, Morocco, UNESCO officially recognized Hoi An Ancient Town as a World Cultural Heritage Site.

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