Hoi An Ancient Town

Hoi An Old Town (Vietnamese: Phố cổ Hội An) is a heritage site and ancient trading post located in Hoi An, which served as an important trading post for foreign traders to Vietnam from the 15th until the 19th century, the status of which is still partly maintained by the newer city today. The old town contains a network of buildings and structures, consisting of 1360 ancient and unique monuments & heritage sites, including 1068 preserved houses and the Japanese Bridge. This old town is currently listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, having been listed as one starting from December 12, 1999.