Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-known tourist spot in the center of Vietnam. A large number of visitors come here every year to admire the peaceful vibe as well as the unique old house here, especially the 5 Assembly Halls In Hoi An.
Today’s article would like to introduce to you 5 Assembly Halls and get to know more about their history. Moreover, you also can approach the cultural aspects of the city which used to be the most important trading port of Vietnam in the past.
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Introduction
Like a salad bowl, Hoi An can be considered a convergence of different cultures and civilizations such as Vietnamese, Chinese or Japanese. There are a lot of houses, buildings, or architecture influenced by Chinese or Japanese styles.
There are 5 Assembly Halls of Chinese Communities in Hoi An including Hoi Quan Phuc Kien (Fujian Assembly Hall), Hoi Quan Quang Dong (Cantonese Assembly Hall), Hoi Quan Ngu Bang (Trung Hoa Assembly Hall), Hoi Quan Hai Nam (Hainam Assembly Hall), and Hoi Quan Trieu Chau (Chaozhou Assembly Hall). Most of them have been there for a long time and preserve various cultural and historical values.
How To Get To Hoi An?
If you are in Danang City and would like to travel to Hoi An, you can choose so many means of transport to move such as taxi, motorbike, bus, etc. However, to have the best and safest trip, we would like to recommend you book our Danang Car Rental. Culture Pham Travel team will provide you with a professional English-speaking driver, a new and modern car with strong A/C at a reasonable price.
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Best Time To Visit
You can visit the Assembly Hall of the Cantonese Chinese Congregation, Hoi An whenever you want. Because they are located in the city area, it is not hard for you to find them. Additionally, according to your schedule, you can choose the most suitable time and season for yourself.
The rainy season will last from September to December every year. The sunny season is between March and August If you want to join colorful festivals and enjoy a festive vibe in Hoi An, let’s come to the early spring occasion from January to February.
5 Assembly Halls In Hoi An
Hoi Quan Phuc Kien (Fujian Assembly Hall)
Hoi Quan Phuc Kien (known as Fujian Assembly Hall Hoi An) was constructed in the 16th century. It is known as the most typical Hoian cultural architecture. Moreover, it has a long-standing history associated with Hoi An ancient town.
Location And Opening Hours
The Fujian Assembly Hall in Hoi An is located at 46 Tran Phu Street, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province. It opens from 7 AM to 5 PM every weekday. The ticket price is 80,000 VND for Vietnamese tourists and 150,000 VND for foreign tourists.
Fujian Assembly Hall History
In the past, the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Hoi An Vietnam was just a small shrine built to show respect to the Mazu statue in 1767. People found the statue at Hoi An Beach To have today’s appearance, the Fujian Assembly Hall: An architectural gem of Hoi An has undergone different restoration times. Plus, it used to be the meeting point of the Phuc Kien People.
What to explore?
When visiting the biggest assembly hall in Hoi An, people will have a chance to explore Tam Quan Gate with three different entrances. Each entrance presents “Sky”, “Earth”, and “People”. Furthermore, tourists are able to admire the unique architecture of the main halls and back halls, the green yard with a big lake, and holy statues.
Hoi Quan Quang Dong (Cantonese Assembly Hall)
Cantonese Assembly Hall Hoi An Vietnam (Hoi Quan Quang Dong) specializes in Chinese-style architecture. It is considered a historical relic in Vietnam and always attracts a large number of tourists coming and discovering it.
Location And Opening Hours
You can find Hoi Quan Quang Dong at 176 Tran Phu Street, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province. The assembly hall will open from 6 AM to 4 PM every day.
Cantonese Assembly Hall History
In the past, between the 15th and 19th centuries, this place was a hot spot for commercial activities and product exchange. It was like a golden place for Chinese people to come, live, and settle in.
Assembly Hall of Cantonese Chinese congregation was built in 1985s (18th century) by Chinese businessmen. At first, the hall was to worship Khong Tu and Mazu. However, it has been transferred to worship Tien Hien and Quang Cong since 1911.
What To Explore?
There are a lot of things for you to discover. For example, the architecture following the Chinese style will be the most special and attractive thing here. You can see it through every inch of the main and back hall, Tam Quan Gate, … with phoenix or dragon images carved on the surface.
Especially, a huge stone dragon is set up in the middle of the yard, which brings a holy vibe to the hall. Plus, Hoi Quan Quang Dong represents many artifacts inside. Hence, if you are interested in archaeology, you can visit this place and figure out several interesting things.
Hoi Quan Hai Nam (Hainam Assembly Hall)
The Hai Nam Assembly Hall or also called Quynh Phu is one of the most beautiful and unique architecture in Hoi An. It is also known as the oldest hall here possessing special features.
Location And Opening Hours
Hoi Quan Hai Nam is situated at 10 Tran Phu Street, Cam Chau District, Hoi An. It opens at 8 AM and closes at 5 PM. Therefore, if you would like to have the best Hoi An City Tour, remember to control your schedule to visit Hoi Quan Hai Nam.
Hainan Assembly Hall History
The hall has a very special history having a strong connection with Hoi An Ancient Town. Located near Hoi An Market, the hall was built by Chinese People from Hai Nam state-China in 1985. At firsts, the purpose was to open community activities and remained the cultural values and religions of the Gia Ung people, Hainan, and Hoian.
Especially, this is also an altar for 180 Chinese tradesmen. They died out of the sea for unreasonable reasons. Until the Tu Duc King period, the king gave them the honor to be Trung Dang Gods. Since then, the hall become the holy place to worship these 180 tradesmen.
What To Explore?
The first activity you should do is explore the incredible architecture of Hainam Assembly Hall with many parts being gild. Furthermore, when coming into the hall, you will feel the peaceful, quiet vibe and ancient space.
Hoi Quan Trieu Chau (Chaozhou Assembly Hall)
Hoi Quan Trieu Chau possesses a unique art and architecture. It has existed in Hoi An for over 170 years of building and developing. If you plan a trip to Hoi An, don’t miss this spot!
Location and Opening Hours
Chaozhou Assembly Hall is located at 157 Nguyen Huy Lieu Street in Hoi An Ancient Town. The opening hours are from 7 AM to 5 PM every weekday.
Chaozhou Assembly Hall History
The hall was built in 1845, which was the immigration time of a group of Chinese. At first, the purpose was to be a meeting place for Chinese people from Trieu Chau. Nowadays, it has a long-standing history of more than 170 years and is associated with a lot of historical milestones.
What To Explore?
Hoi Quan Trieu Chau is a special place with wonderful architecture. When visiting here, you will have a chance to admire the outstanding art of embossed patterns and realize the dedication of artisans. To more understanding, visitors can spend time exploring every corner of the assembly hall through the main halls, the living room, and so on.
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Hoi Quan Ngu Bang (Trung Hoa Assembly Hall)
Another amazing assembly hall of the Hoi An Ancient Town is Hoi Quan Ngu Bang or known as the Chinese Assembly Hall of Hoi An. Besides, it also has other names like Hoi Quan Duong Thuong. It has a strong Chinese influence on architecture and structure and is known as one of the oldest assembly halls in Hoi An.
Located at 64 Tran Phu Street, Hoi An Ngu Bang was built in 1741 by five merchants: Fujian, Chaozhou, Guangzhou, Hainan, and Hakka. You can come to visit the hall from 7 AM every day. The hall was used to worship Chinese gods such as Thien Ly Nhan, and Thuan Phong Nhi as well as famous Chinese geniuses.
Conclusion: 5 Assembly Halls In Hoi An
Hoi An in general and the 5 Assembly Halls In Hoi An Ancient Town in particular are worth visiting. Culture Pham Travel has just shown you the Hoi An 5 assembly halls. We hope you will get the best Hoi An City Tour with beautiful memories.
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